power grab
noun
1 US (an instance of) the acquisition of the right to generate and sell hydroelectric power at a particular location (now rare ).
2The acquisition or arrogation to oneself of power, control, etc.; a political coup.
Origin
Early 20th century; earliest use found in The Trenton Times.
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