princeling

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Recent Examples of princeling If the trial of Bo Xilai, a princeling and former Politburo member in China, had been a TV drama, the closing credits for directing and scripting would have gone to the Central Commission for Discipline Inspection, the Communist Party’s secret anti-corruption body. Pin Ho, Foreign Affairs, 19 Sep. 2013 The publicity blitz set tongues wagging among princelings. Time, 16 June 2023 While referring to Xi Jinping and other fellow princelings who grew up during the 1966-1976 Cultural Revolution, the younger Hu noted that many youth of that period had limited access to books and did little learning. Time, 16 June 2023 Pigeonholing him into 'Man Who Likes Cinderella and Literally Only Cinderella' is disappointing, especially since Dobson imbues the socially awkward princeling with real heart. Emlyn Travis, EW.com, 24 Mar. 2023 See all Example Sentences for princeling 
Recent Examples of Synonyms for princeling
Noun
  • Harry's case involves discussing highly emotional subjects, including the demise of his past relationship with Chelsy Davy, who the prince believes was driven away by the intrusion of the press.
    Stephan Pechdimaldji, Newsweek, 14 Dec. 2024
  • Goodnight sweet prince and flights of angels sing thee to thy rest.
    Meredith G. White, The Arizona Republic, 11 Dec. 2024
Noun
  • Galleries and artists cozy up to celebrities and tech barons for much the same reason.
    Mark Ellwood, The Hollywood Reporter, 7 Dec. 2024
  • What specific terms in the agreement for a cease-fire in Gaza and exchange of prisoners are Israel’s national security barons prepared to accept that Netanyahu is not?
    Graham Allison, Foreign Affairs, 30 Aug. 2024
Noun
  • The oldest in the region is the Half Way House in Chesterfield, of course, which has been serving Founding Fathers, Civil War generals and at least one French marquis since 1760.
    Karri Peifer, Axios, 10 Sep. 2024
  • Queen Charlotte presents Francesca with a marquis from Vienna.
    Maggie Fremont, Vulture, 16 May 2024
Noun
  • And, in 2022, the queen’s private secretary informs the duke that the Guiffre case has been settled out of court.
    Jack King, Vulture, 20 Sep. 2024
  • Looking ahead on the calendar, the duke is expected to travel to New York City later this month on behalf of several causes close to heart, including the organization behind Princess Diana's legacy award.
    Janine Henni, Peoplemag, 16 Sep. 2024
Noun
  • With James' support, George became an earl, a marquess and ultimately a duke (a rarity for nonroyals).
    Patrick Ryan, USA TODAY, 9 Apr. 2024
  • Klimek: Moving into the 20th century, Tony cited the story of an English earl named Lord Carnarvon.
    Chris Klimek, Smithsonian Magazine, 24 Aug. 2023
Noun
  • And with Crimson Peak, del Toro swings for the fences, with big gestures from English baronet Sir Thomas Sharpe (Tom Hiddleson) to prove his love for American heiress Edith Cushing (Mia Wasikowska), a big decaying mansion, and big ghost energy.
    Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 21 Aug. 2024
  • For one, Lady Valerie Meux, a banjo-playing music hall singer who married a British baronet, became a social sensation and quirky philanthropist, and was known to drive around London in a carriage pulled by a pair of zebras.
    Patt Morrison, Los Angeles Times, 6 Feb. 2024
Noun
  • Portrayed by Rupert Evans, the viscount only appeared in season 2 of the series during flashback scenes.
    Lia Beck, Peoplemag, 19 May 2024
  • The viscount died due to an allergic reaction from a bee sting, which was featured in Anthony Bridgerton and Kate Sharma's love story.
    Lia Beck, Peoplemag, 19 May 2024

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“Princeling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/princeling. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.

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