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empire

Pronunciation: [/ˈɛmˌpaɪ̯ɹ/]

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empire: meanings and example sentences

Learn how to use empire in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “historical”

(noun) a group of countries or territories controlled by one ruler or government. Think of a really big kingdom ruled by an emperor.

Example

The Roman Empire once extended across Europe, Africa, and Asia.

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The empire crumbled after years of internal strife and external invasions.

Example

What territories did the British Empire control at its peak?

Context: “business”

(noun) a large and successful business with multiple branches or divisions. Like when a company has stores all over the world.

Example

The tech giant expanded its empire by acquiring smaller startups in different industries.

Example

The retail empire suffered losses due to the economic downturn.

Example

How did the fashion empire become so popular worldwide?

How to pronounce empire

Pronunciation: [/ˈɛmˌpaɪ̯ɹ/]

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