scepter

Example Sentences

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It holds a serpent scepter evoking the crack of lightning on one side, and a tiny water jug on the other.

From Reuters • Sep. 29, 2023

Mr. Modi, surrounded by a dozen Hindu priests, carried the scepter down the aisle of the new Parliament, installing it to the right of the speaker’s seat.

From New York Times • May 28, 2023

When Cromwell died, his funeral effigy looked like “King Oliver I,” with crown, orb and scepter.

From Los Angeles Times • May 9, 2023

On Saturday, the scepter will be handed to Charles as a symbol of his temporal power.

From Seattle Times • May 5, 2023

About five meters ahead, Nico was swinging his black sword with one hand, holding the scepter of Diocletian aloft with the other.

From "The House of Hades" by Rick Riordan