ARISTOCRACIES Synonyms: 39 Similar and Opposite Words

aristocracies

noun

plural of aristocracy

as in elites

individuals carefully selected as being the best of a class membership in the society is reserved for the literary world's aristocracy

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Many rebels believed the burden of repaying the public debt fell disproportionately on common people while benefiting elites.

— Donovan Fifield, The Conversation, 16 July 2026
The three have pushed legislation to restrict PAC donations or gifts to Supreme Court justices, portraying it as an effort to rein in elites.

— Hudson Crozier, The Washington Examiner, 16 July 2026

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Two New World screwworm cases in dogs are among more than 30 confirmed instances in Texas and New Mexico, prompting warnings Wednesday from veterinarians and humane societies that pet owners need to remain vigilant to protect their animals.

— John Hanna, Chicago Tribune, 10 July 2026
And therefore people are asking themselves basic questions about how to shape or reshape their societies, bodies, families, and how to rebuild communities.

— Nick Vivarelli, Variety, 10 July 2026

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Atwell, the 26-year-old five-year veteran, has modest career bests of 67 receptions (2023), 562 yards (2024), and three touchdowns (2023).

— Chris Perkins, Sun Sentinel, 10 July 2026
Mahrez is retiring from international soccer as a five-time Premier League winner and one of Africa's bests.

— Juliana Kim, NPR, 6 July 2026

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Veleria Levy, representative-elect for northeast Charlotte’s state House District 99, testified against Duke’s original proposal this spring.

— Nora O'Neill, Charlotte Observer, 13 July 2026
According to attorney Justin Smith, who is here today to represent mayor-elect Erickson, the board will begin the morning with ballots considered by the resolution board on Election Night.

— Angela George, Sioux Falls Argus Leader, 8 July 2026

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Texans benefit from the production of the gas, the royalties from the gas, and all of our natural resources God has given us.

— Nathalie Marie Palacios, CBS News, 12 July 2026
Creators appoint a Collective Management Organization (CMO) to license rights and collect royalties on their behalf, often through blanket licenses.

— Zoey Forbes, The Dial, 7 July 2026

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