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What James Thomson urged Britannia to do in 1740? (4)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

rule

(Other definitions for rule that I've seen before include "Control; printed line" , "Dominate" , "Lay down" , "Control using lure." , "Exercise power (over)" .)

I've seen this clue in The Guardian.
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