kingship

Example Sentences

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Mr. Naismith argues that Offa’s real legacy was developing a new model of kingship, founded on tight control and individual competence.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026

The repeated use of gold imagery only intensifies those concerns because of the symbolism gold carries historically and biblically: kingship, permanence, divinity and power.

From Salon • May 10, 2026

“By accompanying her father on major events, she’s like learning kingship and building a human network at a tender age,” Cheong said.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 4, 2024

The mantle, which fastens across the chest with a golden eagle clasp, is inspired by ancient coronation ensembles and its priest-like style is meant to symbolise the divine nature of kingship.

From BBC • May 1, 2023

How poorly, I thought, the mantle of kingship rested on his careless shoulders.

From "Ophelia" by Lisa Klein