seraglio

Example Sentences

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But with the Prince Andrew imbroglio in the seraglio of Jeffrey Epstein, and with Harry’s run for the Hollywood Hills, it is clear that many in her family are not interested in moral authority.

From New York Times • Jan. 11, 2020

Mischievous mice, an exotic peacock, the Pasha's seraglio and even a curious monster from Where the Wild Things Are create a blissful return to childhood.

From Seattle Times • May 8, 2012

"The families will fight like fury, like eunuchs in a seraglio, to retain their status," predicted Scares.

From Time Magazine Archive

And spirited Yvonne keeps sneaking out of the seraglio to sigh against Ray's shoulder and warn him to be careful.

From Time Magazine Archive

Oft doth reason, enthroned in the pillowed seraglio of the brain, hang back; whereas the flesh, which must walk abroad in the streets, finds its own temerity.

From "The Astonishing Life of Octavian Nothing, Traitor to the Nation, Volume II: The Kingdom on the Waves" by M.T. Anderson