dynasty

Example Sentences

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"We cannot think of North Korea with our logic. We must imagine them as the Joseon dynasty," Song says, referring to a medieval Korean kingdom.

From BBC

Students on several campuses have embraced symbols of the monarchy, such as the country’s former flag, which has a “Lion and Sun” emblem on it associated with the dynasty.

From The Wall Street Journal

Many students can be heard chanting these slogans in support of Reza Pahlavi, the exiled son of the late Shah, and the Pahlavi dynasty that was overthrown in 1979.

From BBC

“Broken bat, ground ball. Betts has it, steps on the bag, the throw to first — double play! From backs against the wall to back-to-back, the Dodgers cement their dynasty!”

From Los Angeles Times

A one-time ally of the Marcos family, the dynasties have grown apart.

From Barron's