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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 dynasty
Another development that characterized the Joseon dynasty was the creation of a scholar-noble class, known as the yangban.
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Kayti Burt, TIME, 11 Oct. 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
Their dynasty that included four NBA titles during an eight-year span is now a thing of the past.
—Vincent Frank, Forbes, 22 Oct. 2024
The other side: He's been criticized for botching the end of the Bulls dynasty and has been maligned for frugal spending for both franchises.
—Justin Kaufmann, Axios, 17 Oct. 2024
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Kayti Burt, TIME, 11 Oct. 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
Their dynasty that included four NBA titles during an eight-year span is now a thing of the past.
—Vincent Frank, Forbes, 22 Oct. 2024
The other side: He's been criticized for botching the end of the Bulls dynasty and has been maligned for frugal spending for both franchises.
—Justin Kaufmann, Axios, 17 Oct. 2024
See all Example Sentences for dynasty
Recent Examples of Synonyms for dynasty
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These words, if left unchallenged, can become actions that lead to torn families and broken communities.Josh Becker, The Mercury News, 7 Nov. 2024
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One Navy veteran will also receive a traditional burial at sea, and additional urns will be reunited with family in Rhode Island, New York, and Maine.Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 6 Nov. 2024
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Rejoining the cast are the likes of Cillian Murphy, Stephen Graham and Sophie Rundle, who played Ada, sister to Oscar-winner Murphy’s Birmingham clan leader Tommy Shelby.Max Goldbart, Deadline, 1 Nov. 2024
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As these developments intensify, the Chenoweth clan is forced to shelter with their neighbors.Andrés Buenahora, Variety, 1 Nov. 2024
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Teams were in the field to assess houses and other structures that have been destroyed or damaged.Bay Area News Group, The Mercury News, 8 Nov. 2024
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In November, Kevin sets tree stands low in mountain draws, often fairly close to houses, roads, and developments.Michael Hanback, Outdoor Life, 7 Nov. 2024
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Kirk’s apparatus has gone from a conservative youth-outreach organization to an all-encompassing right-wing empire—one that has cultivated relationships with influential conservative faith groups, built a powerful media arm, and hosted rallies for Trump and other top Republicans.Ali Breland, The Atlantic, 5 Nov. 2024
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Stewart honed the homemaking skills upon which her empire was built at a four-acre former onion farm dubbed Turkey Hill in Westport, Connecticut.Michelle Duncan, Architectural Digest, 5 Nov. 2024
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“Dynasty.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dynasty. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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