the throne

noun

: the position of king or queen

He is next in line for the throne.

He ascended the throne after the death of his father.

Examples of the throne in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Gold matters, and countries around the world entered these Olympics more confident than ever in their chances to somehow snatch the throne. —

C.j. Holmes, New York Daily News, 28 July 2024 The young prince, who is second in line to the throne, is shown smiling and looking relaxed – though dressed smartly in a suit and shirt, accessorised with a friendship bracelet. —

Lianne Kolirin, CNN, 22 July 2024 After ascending the throne in 1952, Queen Elizabeth II served as patron of the British Olympic Association. —

Rebecca Schneid, TIME, 19 July 2024 Crown Prince Hussein is heir to the throne, followed by his 19-year-old brother, Prince Hashem. —

Janine Henni, Peoplemag, 18 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for the throne

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