Another meaning for dictate is to command, order, or direct something to be done.
The Philippines was under direct rule by the United States during the American colonial period (1898-1946). The direct rule meant that the U.S. government had direct control over the administration and governance of the Philippines.
a rule is something you can't change.
To take over, it means to rule something. As in, you're in charge of something.
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The British ruled directly over their colonies, while the French did not.
To adjust by rule, method, or established mode; to direct by rule or restriction; to subject to governing principles or laws.
"Rule over" is a verb phrase that consists of the verb "rule" and the preposition "over." It describes the action of having authority or control over someone or something.
Direct Rule: a system of government in which a province is controlled by a central government.
to rule
Boer republics were under direct rule
Mention advantage of direct rule