Conquer and Subvert

Conquer

Conquer verb - To bring under one's control by force of arms.

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Subvert and conquer are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Subvert" instead a verb "Conquer".

Subvert verb - To lower in character, dignity, or quality.

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Conquer and subvert are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Conquer" instead a verb "Subvert".

Nearby Words: subversion, subverting

humanity	conquer humanity	subvert humanity
power	conquer power	subvert power
people	conquer people	subvert people
system	conquer system	subvert system
Other words: death, time, way, world, hell, reality, planet, America.

As of their latest codex, Warhammer40000's Necrons have these in the form of Mindshackle Scarabs, which are occasionally used to subvert and conquer worlds.

Source: Puppeteer Parasite
The girls spend most of Part II trying to subvert this trope, making sure to discuss with the various invading parties why they're trying to conquer Cephiro.

Source: Poor Communication Kills / Anime and Manga
The Nemedians are still trying to subvert Aquilonia and have Conan assassinated, Thoth-Amon is still on his throne in Stygia, trying to call forth whatever dark gods will help him conquer the world.

Source: Video Game / Age of Conan

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