throne room
Americannoun
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a chamber, usually containing a throne, used by a sovereign for audiences.
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the location of actual power or authority, as in a particular government or business organization.
Etymology
Origin of throne room
First recorded in 1860–65
Example Sentences
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His throne room is made of cinder blocks and has a dirt floor.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 26, 2026
The team constructed a working head for the Wizard’s throne room that was entirely practical.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 7, 2025
King Charles III and Queen Camilla shared a photo of them wearing their robes and crowns in Buckingham Palace's throne room on 6 May.
From BBC ● Dec. 9, 2023
Step by quick step he ascends to the heights of the French government, winning further battles and eventually crowning himself emperor as the throne room crowd gasps at his audacity.
From Seattle Times ● Nov. 22, 2023
I walked into the middle of the throne room.
From "The Last Olympian" by Rick Riordan
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