decemvirs
- plural of decemvir.
Example Sentences
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The hard fate of Lucretia, Virginia, and the youth Publilius, freed them from the tyranny of their kings, decemvirs, and patrician creditors.
From History of Roman Literature from its Earliest Period to the Augustan Age. Volume I by Dunlop, John
The decemvirs were finally compelled to resign and Appius Claudius died in prison, either by his own hand or by that of the executioner.
From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 6, Slice 4 "Cincinnatus" to "Cleruchy" by Various
It is probable that the plebeian demand for reform was so great that the decemvirs did not dare to disregard it.
From Historic Tales, Volume 11 (of 15) The Romance of Reality by Morris, Charles
Ye became weary of decemvirs; we compelled them to resign the office.
From The History of Rome, Books 01 to 08 by Livius, Titus
After two years the decemvirs were banished, and the consular government was restored.
From A Brief Commentary on the Apocalypse by Bliss, Sylvester
