courtiers

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Perhaps the book’s greatest feat is its depiction of the historical moment when the modern overpowered the ancient—a world, now lost, of floridly costumed courtiers, fabled princes, exotic vices and perfumed palaces.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 4, 2026

It was the stick he waved around the world to achieve his foreign policy aims, to show favor and disfavor, to offer or withhold exemptions to courtiers.

From Slate • Feb. 21, 2026

At least imperial courtiers trust in strict codes about curtsies and proper titles.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 20, 2025

Returning to our old friend Ludwig for a moment, note that he was known as “Mad King Ludwig” to the people who wanted to depose him, starting with his courtiers.

From Salon • Jun. 22, 2025

Stiffly, Spurge tried to follow the motions of the courtiers around him.

From "The Assassination of Brangwain Spurge" by M.T. Anderson and Eugene Yelchin