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Mecklenburg-Strelitz

American  
[mek-luhn-burg-shtrey-lits, mek-luhn-boork-shtrey-lits, mey-kluhn-] / ˈmɛk lənˌbɜrgˈʃtreɪ lɪts, ˈmɛk lənˌbʊərkˈʃtreɪ lɪts, ˈmeɪ klən- /

noun

  1. Mecklenburg


Example Sentences

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When 17-year-old Sophia Charlotte of Mecklenburg-Strelitz caught her first glimpse of the London palace that was to be her home in 1761, she turned pale.

From National Geographic

Charlotte of Mecklenburg-Strelitz and George III were real, prominent historical figures, the latest in a very long parade of notable people to star in dramas whose creators take ample liberties in telling their stories.

From Salon

Surprising just about everyone, George eventually chose Princess Charlotte of Mecklenburg-Strelitz, a small principality comparable in size to an English county.

From Los Angeles Times

Charlotte of Mecklenburg-Strelitz, a minor princess from northern Germany, was identified as a suitable bride and a marriage contract was signed before they'd even met.

From BBC

In 1761, Britain’s King George III married Princess Charlotte of Mecklenburg-Strelitz a few hours after meeting her for the first time.

From Washington Times