dynasties

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The historic site is where emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties would offer sacrifices and pray for bountiful harvests.

From BBC • May 14, 2026

It also helps that he has ties to other Bay Area dynasties that have quietly influenced city life for decades.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026

But once Lurie won, he had little trouble attracting financial support from dynasties his family has known for decades.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026

As part of dynasties at Manchester City and Liverpool, he won three Premier League titles, one Champions League, two FA Cups and one League Cup, as well as other honours.

From BBC • Mar. 21, 2026

The inconvenience of this system in record-keeping is palliated by various devices, for instance reference to well-known events, reigns of kings, dynasties, local lords, etc.

From "The Left Hand of Darkness" by Ursula K. Le Guin