empires
Pronunciation: [ˈɛm.paɪərz]
Context: “history”
(noun) a large group of countries or territories that are all ruled by one leader or government. An empire has power over many regions and can have a big impact on history.
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The Roman Empire was known for its vast territory and strong army.
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New empires do not often last as long as the ancient ones did.
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Which empires had the most influence on world history?
Context: “business”
(noun) a large organization or company that controls many smaller businesses, similar to how a historical empire rules over many lands.
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The tech empire has expanded to include many different products and services.
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Not every successful business can become an empire with numerous branches.
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How did the company become an empire in such a short time?
Context: “media”
(noun) a powerful and influential business or group, especially in entertainment, like a movie or music company that dominates the industry.
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The entertainment empire produces some of the biggest blockbuster films.
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Small independent studios struggle to compete with the large entertainment empires.
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How does the music empire affect new artists trying to break into the industry?