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Reign Meaning in English

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/ˈɹeɪn/
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/ɹˈeɪn/
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释义

To reign means to rule as a king, queen, or leader, or the period during which someone is in power.

用法与细微差别

'Reign' is formal and most often used for monarchs, but it can be metaphorically used for ideas or things that dominate ('silence reigned'). Do not confuse with 'rein' (the strap for controlling a horse). Common phrases: 'reign of terror', 'during her reign', 'to reign over'.

例句

The king began his reign in 1952.

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Queen Elizabeth had a long reign.

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During his reign, many changes happened.

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Silence reigned in the room after the news.

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For years, fear reigned in the city.

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Who will reign as champion after tonight’s match?

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