as in family
a group of people who are related that maintain a powerful position for a long time
The latest heirs of the ruling dynasty have no interest in ceding their position of authority over the land.
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Recent Examples of dynasty
The old-fashioned train has become a symbol of Kim’s dynasty and his secluded nation.
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Jessie Yeung, CNN Money, 1 Sep. 2025
Historically used by Chinese fishermen since the Tang and Song dynasties, the islands now host a heavy military presence.
—Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 31 Aug. 2025
Knight was inspired by the Guinness family, one of Europe’s most famous and enduring dynasties, when creating this series.
—Dana Feldman, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2025
This is not trading Herschel Walker to the Vikings, the deal that was so instrumental in building the Cowboys’ dynasty of the 1990s.
—Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 Aug. 2025
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Jessie Yeung, CNN Money, 1 Sep. 2025
Historically used by Chinese fishermen since the Tang and Song dynasties, the islands now host a heavy military presence.
—Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 31 Aug. 2025
Knight was inspired by the Guinness family, one of Europe’s most famous and enduring dynasties, when creating this series.
—Dana Feldman, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2025
This is not trading Herschel Walker to the Vikings, the deal that was so instrumental in building the Cowboys’ dynasty of the 1990s.
—Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dynasty
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Portuguese President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa offered his condolences to the families, and the mayor of Lisbon, Carlos Moedas, said the city was mourning the accident.—
Ross O'Keefe,
The Washington Examiner,
4 Sep. 2025
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Now, amid the federal overhaul, Morgan fears the VA will toss aside her family and other families' cases.—
Natalie Eilbert,
jsonline.com,
4 Sep. 2025
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Ellen and Brian may have just declared their love and commitment to each other in a handfast ceremony, but their burgeoning relationship is about to upend both of their clans’ lives.—
Max Gao,
HollywoodReporter,
29 Aug. 2025
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The clan have dominated Thai politics for more than 20 years, but the government is now on shaky ground.—
Helen Regan,
CNN Money,
29 Aug. 2025
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In the gambling business, the folks who generate the profits for the house are — not to put too fine a point on it — the losers.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Sep. 2025
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Features of the mansion and the other priciest metro Phoenix houses to sell in include a 20-car garage, billiards room, pool with a slide and leathered granite countertops.—
Lorenzino Estrada,
AZCentral.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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Today, the 58-year-old has a fast food empire.—
Ernestine Siu,
CNBC,
27 Aug. 2025
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It’s ribbed for an extra cozy touch and has a flattering empire waist that will pair nicely with fall-friendly boots—either ankle or knee length.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
27 Aug. 2025
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“Dynasty.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dynasty. Accessed 6 Sep. 2025.
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