lordship

Example Sentences

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They demanded the end of lordship and recognized no authority but the king’s.

From New York Times • Feb. 16, 2022

Does his lordship simply need some Pepto, or is something more dire in store? 

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 25, 2016

He helped the French king in his fight against the English, and was rewarded with the lordship of Aubigny.

From BBC • Aug. 17, 2014

Coming Up: Harold and Martha Levinson. During the bazaar, his lordship shows up!

From Time • Feb. 17, 2014

His lordship has made his decision and there is nothing for you and I to debate over.'

From "The Remains of the Day" by Kazuo Ishiguro