scepter
Example Sentences
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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
Charles was presented with a scepter, sword of state and the crown first worn at a coronation by Mary Queen of Scots in 1543.
From New York Times • Jul. 5, 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
On Saturday, the scepter will be handed to Charles as a symbol of his temporal power.
From Seattle Times • May 5, 2023
About five meters ahead, Nico was swinging his black sword with one hand, holding the scepter of Diocletian aloft with the other.
From "The House of Hades" by Rick Riordan
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