: a king or sovereign especially of a Muslim state
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The sultan learned about the American colonists’ war for independence indirectly, through the local French consul and European reports.
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Scott Spires Britannica Editors June 23,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
23 June 2026
They were welcomed by Oman’s foreign minister at the airport and are set to meet with Oman’s sultan for discussions.
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Brady Knox,
The Washington Examiner,
22 June 2026
Putin also met with Brunei’s sultan, Hassanal Bolkiah.
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Los Angeles Times,
17 June 2026
For families Smaller guests are treated like mini sultans with special sheets, board games, rubber ducks, age-appropriate organic amenities, slippers, robes, and delicious treats provided in the room.
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Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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Scott Spires Britannica Editors June 23,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
23 June 2026
They were welcomed by Oman’s foreign minister at the airport and are set to meet with Oman’s sultan for discussions.
—
Brady Knox,
The Washington Examiner,
22 June 2026
Putin also met with Brunei’s sultan, Hassanal Bolkiah.
—
Los Angeles Times,
17 June 2026
For families Smaller guests are treated like mini sultans with special sheets, board games, rubber ducks, age-appropriate organic amenities, slippers, robes, and delicious treats provided in the room.
—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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sultan
noun
sul·tan
ˈsəlt-ᵊn 
: a king or ruler especially of a Muslim state
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