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The correct spelling is conquering.
How to pronounce conquering
verb
Say it like: Con-kwe-rin-g
The correct spelling is conquering. To defeat in combat; to subjugate. For example: "In 1453, the Ottoman Empire conquered Istanbul."
Usage Examples
“In 1453, the Ottoman Empire conquered Istanbul.”
“Today I conquered my fear of flying by finally boarding a plane.”
“to conquer freedom; to conquer a peace”
Meanings
verb
- 1.To defeat in combat; to subjugate.
- 2.To acquire by force of arms, win in war.
- 3.To overcome an abstract obstacle.
- 4.To gain, win, or obtain by effort.
noun
- 1.An act of conquest.
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