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scepter

[sep-ter] / ˈsɛp tər /
NOUN
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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

While she holds her cedarwood scepter close to her heart, she says that she also hopes to lead by example and inspire other Chatina women to follow her path.

From Seattle Times • Jul. 25, 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

Camilla could take a cue from that dove of peace on the other scepter and refuse to carry the ivory scepter, as a peacemaking gesture to her stepson.

From Los Angeles Times • May 3, 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




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