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The noise of the crowd that gathered was a marked change from the silence that had reigned over Altadena since January’s firestorm.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 1, 2025

This was a moment of celebration for Charles and his supporters, a stark contrast to the day in September when the nation mourned the death of a queen who had reigned for 70 years.

From Seattle Times • May 6, 2023

When Benedict resigned in 2013, he had reigned for almost eight years in a difficult time for the church, plagued by scandals, and became the first pope in 600 years to resign.

From New York Times • Jan. 4, 2023

She quickly realised the gravity of situation and holed herself up in her office to write a speech paying tribute to the queen who had reigned over Britain for 70 years.

From Reuters • Sep. 13, 2022

Ever since that time the family of Battus and Archelaus had reigned over this settlement, which, owing to its favoured position and lively trade, rose quickly to power and wealth.

From The History of Antiquity Vol. VI. (vol. VI. of VI.) by Duncker, Max