Pronunciation: /ˈpælɪs ˈɪntriɡ/
noun a complex plot or scheme, especially one involving intrigue within a royal palace
A1 The children's book was full of palace intrigue.
A2 The TV show was filled with palace intrigue and drama.
B1 The novel delved into the world of palace intrigue and political maneuvering.
B2 The historical documentary explored the palace intrigue that shaped the course of history.
C1 The political thriller movie depicted the complex web of palace intrigue at play.
C2 The novel's intricate plot revolved around palace intrigue and betrayal among the royal courtiers.
formal The palace intrigue surrounding the royal family's succession plan was a topic of much speculation among the courtiers.
informal There's so much palace intrigue going on behind the scenes, it's like a real-life soap opera!
slang The palace intrigue is getting juicy - I heard there's some major drama unfolding.
figurative In the corporate world, office politics can sometimes feel like palace intrigue with all the power struggles and backstabbing.
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