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owned

Pronunciation: [/oʊnd/]

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owned: meanings and example sentences

Learn how to use owned in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “games”

(verb) to have control or possession of something, especially in a competitive or playful setting. It's like when you have a toy or a game and it belongs to you.

Example

She owned the game and was the champion of the tournament.

Example

He didn't own any of the pieces on the board, so he couldn't make a move.

Example

Who owned the winning team in the game?

Context: “relationship”

(verb) to have complete authority or power over someone or something. It's like being the boss or in charge of a situation.

Example

The company owned several smaller businesses in the industry.

Example

No one should own another person; everyone should be free and equal.

Example

Does the government own all the land in the country?

How to pronounce owned

Pronunciation: [/oʊnd/]

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