courtiers
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The object also speaks to the broader scientific impulse of the Mughal court, where rulers and courtiers showed a heightened interest in the advances in astronomy and astrology.
From BBC β Apr. 25, 2026
It was the stick he waved around the world to achieve his foreign policy aims, to show favor and disfavor, to offer or withhold exemptions to courtiers.
From Slate β Feb. 21, 2026
The dashing former helicopter pilot was widely considered his mother’s favorite son and courtiers said Queen Elizabeth II didn’t want to take steps to fully humiliate him.
From The Wall Street Journal β Oct. 31, 2025
The faux meat impresses the courtiers, who note the effort required for the dish.
From Salon β Oct. 26, 2025
Prince Hamlet shone with his own glory, and courtiers arranged themselves around him like the smaller lights in the heavens around their sun.
From "Ophelia" by Lisa Klein
