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also apanages
1
as in privileges
something granted as a special favor
use of the grounds was just one appanage he bestowed upon the caretakers of his estate
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2
as in rights
something to which one has a just claim
wealthy people who believe that political power is their natural appanage
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Noun
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Membership has its privileges, as Ogilvy’s memorable ad slogan for American Express went, and those privileges are of the monied variety.—
Anthony Crupi,
Sportico.com,
10 Apr. 2026 -
Additionally, AAdvantage elite status members will lose their seat selection and upgrade privileges on Basic Economy fares.—
Jason Stauffer,
CNBC,
10 Apr. 2026
Noun
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At this point, Lobo said the Sparks, who also have exclusive rights to re-sign All-Star guard Kelsey Plum through a core-qualifying offer, should lean into rebuilding as a championship contender through free agency rather than the draft.—
John Davis,
Daily News,
12 Apr. 2026
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The Cuban government announced the pardon of 2,000 prisoners earlier this month, but human-rights organizations said no political prisoners have been released so far.—
Nora Gámez Torres,
Miami Herald,
12 Apr. 2026
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“Appanages.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/appanages. Accessed 18 Apr. 2026.
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