conq
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Plural
conquests
1
the act of taking possession of an area by using military force
- The Roman conquest of Britain began in 43 AD.
- History books often glorify the conquest of new lands, ignoring the suffering it caused.
- The rapid conquest of the capital shocked the international community.
- After years of war, the conquest of the region was finally complete.
- The general was celebrated for his role in the conquest, though many criticized his methods.
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2
the achievement of mastering or overcoming something challenging
- Learning to speak fluent Mandarin was her greatest personal conquest.
- The scientist's conquest of the disease saved countless lives.
- His conquest of stage fright allowed him to become a confident public speaker.
- The team celebrated their conquest of the toughest climb in the Himalayas.
- For many, quitting smoking is a hard-won conquest.
3
an act of winning the love or sexual favor of someone
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