throne
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Decades later, an American sits on the papal throne for the first time in history.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 18, 2026
Wallpaper and color and throw pillows can make an old sofa look and feel like a throne.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 17, 2026
Since ascending to the throne of St. Peter, Leo has frequently clashed with the administration on issues ranging from immigration to foreign policy, emphasizing humanitarian concerns and diplomacy over force.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026
Reza Pahlavi, the eldest son of the last shah of Iran and pretender to the throne, was a scheduled speaker, and the event was packed with Iranian monarchists.
From Slate • Mar. 27, 2026
The Palace of Sargon II above Nineveh covered 25 acres and included more than 200 rooms and courtyards, including a brilliantly painted throne room, harem, service quarters, and guard room.
From "The Annotated Mona Lisa" by Carol Strickland and John Boswell
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