scepter
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Intriguingly, a large figure stands on the mountain just behind this wall: It is the Sapa Inca—or ruler—identifiable by the sun on his tunic, the scepter in his hand, and his elaborate headdress.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 17, 2026
Maleficent, with scepter in hand, will ascend to a height of 35 feet.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 22, 2024
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
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
"Here we eat fish," the fool declared happily, waving a cod about like a scepter.
From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin
Another pair of scepters include tiny life-like hands that Sanroman says belonged to the god of death, Mictlantecuhtli.
From Reuters ● Sep. 29, 2023
Also present: an elaborate toy sailing ship, a carousel and sashes and scepters for Miss Universe contestants, each embellished with information about their respective countries.
From New York Times ● May 5, 2023
Even a sovereign has only two hands, so near the end of the ceremony, the monarch has to set the Orb on the altar to hold the two scepters.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 3, 2023
Other roles announced Thursday include those who will carry the king’s regalia — including the crown, scepters, orb, swords and spurs — to the altar on May 6.
From Seattle Times ● Apr. 27, 2023
I can’t journey across dragon-infested lands to retrieve scepters that can halt death.
From "They Both Die at the End" by Adam Silvera
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"Ulysses" by Alfred, Lord Tennyson
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