aristocrat
Example Sentences
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Both parties draw backing from the urban middle classes and are regarded as representing the interests of Thailand's nexus of old money aristocrats and military elites who have long influenced politics.
From Reuters
Some became paid servants, abolitionists, successful businessmen and even aristocrats.
From New York Times
Trumpets sounded inside the medieval abbey and the congregation shouted “God save the king!” at a service attended by more than 2,000 guests, including world leaders, aristocrats and celebrities.
From Los Angeles Times
After he left to serve in the Navy, she married Andrew Parker Bowles, an aristocrat who moved in their elite social circle.
From Washington Post
A descendant of 19th Century aristocrat Sir Charles Trevelyan has said if the Irish government asked her family to pay compensation over the Irish famine they would consider the request.
From BBC
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