as in families
a group of people who are related that maintain a powerful position for a long time
The latest heirs of the ruling dynasty have no interest in ceding their position of authority over the land.
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Recent Examples of dynasties
Strong markets further lined the pockets of families with generational wealth – enabling some members of these dynasties to spin their share of the wealth into other ventures.
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Madeline Fitzgerald, Quartz, 18 Dec. 2024
John David and Malcolm are carrying that same intentionality into their own careers, proving that dynasties aren’t born—they’re built.
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 5 Dec. 2024
Empires were born in her pages, and sequels turned into dynasties.
—Robert D. McFadden, New York Times, 25 Nov. 2024
This vast palace complex served as the seat of power for 24 emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties from 1420 to 1912.
—Livia Hengel, Forbes, 9 Oct. 2024
For voters How should voters deal with big-name dynasties in the courts?
—Bill Laytner, Detroit Free Press, 7 Oct. 2024
Everything Ferrari has learned over decades of serial F1 dynasties, every chassis and handling trick, comes together in the 12Cilindri.
—Lawrence Ulrich, Robb Report, 1 Oct. 2024
Madeline Fitzgerald, Quartz, 18 Dec. 2024
John David and Malcolm are carrying that same intentionality into their own careers, proving that dynasties aren’t born—they’re built.
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 5 Dec. 2024
Empires were born in her pages, and sequels turned into dynasties.
—Robert D. McFadden, New York Times, 25 Nov. 2024
This vast palace complex served as the seat of power for 24 emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties from 1420 to 1912.
—Livia Hengel, Forbes, 9 Oct. 2024
For voters How should voters deal with big-name dynasties in the courts?
—Bill Laytner, Detroit Free Press, 7 Oct. 2024
Everything Ferrari has learned over decades of serial F1 dynasties, every chassis and handling trick, comes together in the 12Cilindri.
—Lawrence Ulrich, Robb Report, 1 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for dynasties
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People work extremely hard all year long and this is the perfect time of year to slow down a bit and actually appreciate the joy of the season with their coworkers and families.Ticked Off, Orlando Sentinel, 24 Dec. 2024
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Urban centers like Detroit and the surrounding suburbs remain hot spots, attracting families and professionals seeking a balance between suburban comfort and urban amenities.Brendel Hightower, Detroit Free Press, 24 Dec. 2024
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In 2020, the California Fish and Game Commission made six lion clans a candidate for protection under the state Endangered Species Act, and are expected to decide whether to permanently list them next year.Lila Seidman, Los Angeles Times, 12 Dec. 2024
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Any recognition of Somaliland as an independent state will result in dangerous repercussions, including exacerbating internal divisions between the various clans of Somaliland that support independence and others that seek to remain within the Somali federal state.Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
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Advertisement Such arguments over water in the Delta have long pitted California farmers and agricultural water districts against environmental groups, fishing advocates and Native tribes.Ian James, Los Angeles Times, 23 Dec. 2024
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The welfare of human beings from other tribes and nations starts to count, too.Nikhil Krishnan, The New Yorker, 23 Dec. 2024
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“Dynasties.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dynasties. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.
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