dynasty
noun
a sequence of rulers from the same family, stock, or group.
dynasties
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pluralof dynasty.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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It is a period of time that encompasses the legendary Scot's dynasties at Aberdeen as well as United.
From BBC ● Sep. 16, 2026
The days of the Boston Celtics, Los Angeles Lakers and Chicago Bulls lording over the league with decade-long dynasties are done.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 9, 2026
It appears to have flourished roughly 3,000 years ago, boasting splendors even more exquisite than those of China’s heralded ancient dynasties.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 8, 2026
The historic site is where emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties would offer sacrifices and pray for bountiful harvests.
From BBC ● May 14, 2026
But the last emperors of dynasties must not have been facing in the right direction, for they would have seen us and not let us get this hungry.
From "The Woman Warrior" by Maxine Hong Kingston
