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
This section has been radiocarbon dated to the Jin dynasty (12th-13th century) and was previously thought to have been used for defense against outsiders.
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Stephanie Edwards, Discover Magazine, 29 May 2025
More news: Cowboys' Brian Schottenheimer Makes Head-Scratching Claim on Dak Prescott
One of the biggest reasons the Chiefs dynasty was questioned was due to star tight end Travis Kelce hinting at retiring following the conclusion of the 2024 season.
—James Brizuela, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 May 2025
In terms of dynasty production, McMillan was ranked as my number one player in the class over Ashton Jeanty.
—Steve Bradshaw, Forbes.com, 15 May 2025
The schedule reveal video posted Wednesday in the pixelated style of Minecraft surpassed 1 million views on X, formerly known as Twitter, in 45 minutes, and 4 million in three hours, confirming the Chargers’ social media dynasty.
—Thuc Nhi Nguyen, Los Angeles Times, 15 May 2025
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Stephanie Edwards, Discover Magazine, 29 May 2025
More news: Cowboys' Brian Schottenheimer Makes Head-Scratching Claim on Dak Prescott
One of the biggest reasons the Chiefs dynasty was questioned was due to star tight end Travis Kelce hinting at retiring following the conclusion of the 2024 season.
—James Brizuela, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 May 2025
In terms of dynasty production, McMillan was ranked as my number one player in the class over Ashton Jeanty.
—Steve Bradshaw, Forbes.com, 15 May 2025
The schedule reveal video posted Wednesday in the pixelated style of Minecraft surpassed 1 million views on X, formerly known as Twitter, in 45 minutes, and 4 million in three hours, confirming the Chargers’ social media dynasty.
—Thuc Nhi Nguyen, Los Angeles Times, 15 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dynasty
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While Georgia is thankful to be free and reunited with her family, the press around the murder and the trial will nevertheless affect the family's future.—
Randall Colburn,
EW.com,
7 June 2025
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Next was dad Harry following closely behind as his little princess met a Disney Princess, before the family was photographed going up a log flume ride at Tiana's Bayou Adventure.—
Angel Saunders,
People.com,
7 June 2025
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In the premiere episode, the Kardashian-Jenner clan took a family trip to Cabo, where Kardashian once again came face to face with her fear.—
Dayna Haffenden,
People.com,
30 May 2025
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When the Nazis came to power in 1933, the Ophuls clan left Germany for Paris.—
David Anderson,
Los Angeles Times,
29 May 2025
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Once near the bases, the roofs of the mobile houses were remotely opened, and the drones deployed to launch their strikes.—
Brad Lendon,
CNN Money,
6 June 2025
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It's tucked in the basement of a house in the residential area of Nishiazabu.—
Bella Stoddart,
CNBC,
6 June 2025
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In 1915, Nicholas granted Olga and her children by Paul the titles of Princess and Prince Paley. World War I, the fall of the Romanov dynasty and the Russian Revolution The Paley family arrived in Russia at a critical time for the waning empire.—
Meilan Solly,
Smithsonian Magazine,
13 June 2025
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The Final Destination star reflected on working on the Paramount+ oil drama from Yellowstone creator Taylor Sheridan, who has received backlash from some critics for his portrayal of female characters across his crime-drama TV empire.—
Wesley Stenzel,
EW.com,
12 June 2025
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“Dynasty.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dynasty. Accessed 17 Jun. 2025.
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