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Tyranny

Definition

A system of government in which one person has complete power and control over a country, often in a cruel and unfair way.

Example Sentences

1The country suffered under the tyranny of a dictator for many years.
2Do you think a monarchy can sometimes be a form of tyranny if the king or queen has too much power?
3The people were relieved when the tyranny finally came to an end and a new government was formed.
4The novel is set in a dystopian future where a group of rebels must fight against a tyranny that controls every aspect of their lives.
5Historians often debate whether the rule of certain ancient leaders was a form of tyranny or a necessary measure to maintain order.

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