"Complete domination" refers to a situation where one person or group has absolute control or power over another, leaving no room for the other party to resist or make independent choices. Full definition
With Scotland Yard stymied, a fearful public overwhelmed by awe, and an underground society of powerful men abetting Blackwood, only Sherlock Holmes, Dr. Watson, and Holmes» former - flame - turned - adversary - turned - renewed - flame Irene Adler (McAdams, State of Play) stand in the way of complete domination by the dark forces at play. (qwipster.net)