What does "acaparar" mean in English?

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Spanish

acaparar

English

to hoard

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Alternative translations of "acaparar"

to monopolize
to corner
to stockpile
to dominate

Examples of how to use "acaparar" in Spanish

Spanish
Acaparó toda la atención.
English
He/She/It monopolized all the attention.
Spanish
Ese político acapara todas las miradas.
English
That politician draws all the eyes.
Spanish
Ayer la empresa acaparó los insumos.
English
Yesterday, the company hoarded the supplies.
Spanish
Acaparaban el mercado con descuentos.
English
They were dominating the market with discounts.
Spanish
Mañana acaparará más publicidad.
English
Tomorrow, it will attract more advertising.

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Acaparó toda la atención.

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