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scepter

[sep-ter] / ˈsɛp tər /
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It holds a serpent scepter evoking the crack of lightning on one side, and a tiny water jug on the other.

From Reuters • Sep. 29, 2023

While she holds her cedarwood scepter close to her heart, she says that she also hopes to lead by example and inspire other Chatina women to follow her path.

From Seattle Times • Jul. 25, 2023

Mr. Modi, surrounded by a dozen Hindu priests, carried the scepter down the aisle of the new Parliament, installing it to the right of the speaker’s seat.

From New York Times • May 28, 2023

Dozens of Hindu priests followed Modi inside Parliament, where he installed the scepter near the chair of the speaker.

From Washington Times • May 28, 2023

Surrounded by a crescent of basketed strawberries, she received her crown with a bowed head from Amity Harbor’s mayor, who wore a red sash from shoulder to waist and carried a decorated scepter.

From "Snow Falling on Cedars: A Novel" by David Guterson




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