lordship

Example Sentences

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In 2020, Cambodia’s king had bestowed upon Chen the title of neak oknha, similar to a lordship.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 20, 2026

Does his lordship simply need some Pepto, or is something more dire in store? 

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 25, 2016

I hope your comment on Dick Pound being impressed by Coe's lordship and medal was written in the spirit of satire.

From New York Times • Jan. 14, 2016

He helped the French king in his fight against the English, and was rewarded with the lordship of Aubigny.

From BBC • Aug. 17, 2014

“Once winter comes, though, your lordship might be wise to post guards down here.”

From "A Dance with Dragons" by George R. R. Martin