Definition of kinglynext

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Recent Examples of kingly The result, historians say, has become a centralized, more politicized spectacle, marking the national milestone as a celebration of an imperial presidency rather than a revolution from kingly rule. Los Angeles Times, 3 July 2026 On the thirteenth-century tomb of Eleanor of Aquitaine, she is shown wide awake and reading, while her dull and kingly husband sleeps for all eternity. Adam Gopnik, The New Yorker, 20 Jan. 2025 The easiest way to make a kingly statement while still feeling comfortable is with a shawl collar. Barry Samaha, Robb Report, 28 Oct. 2022 Every dynasty has its ruler (or two) who would rather be doing something other than exercising his kingly powers, and Tu Duc, an artistic and largely ineffectual poet-ruler, was the Nguyens’ black sheep. Hanya Yanagihara, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Jan. 2022
Recent Examples of Synonyms for kingly
Adjective
  • Taste aside, there’s something regal about the preservation of tradition.
    Bianca Betancourt, CNN Money, 3 Aug. 2026
  • October 23, 2025 Hotel Luze, San Sebastián A regal stay on peaceful Mount Igeldo where the food is as stunning as the views.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Aug. 2026
Adjective
  • The two weren’t mentioned in the announcement, or in the royal family’s congratulatory post, and the entire British royal family has gone out of its way to separate itself from Andrew and Fergie, considering their recent scandals.
    Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 6 Aug. 2026
  • The Qatari royal family's donation of the luxury jet valued at approximately $400 million, an unprecedented foreign gift, raised questions from some lawmakers and ethics experts.
    Emily Chang, ABC News, 6 Aug. 2026
Adjective
  • Charles has since formally removed Andrew’s princely title and HRH style.
    Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa, FOXNews.com, 31 July 2026
  • Travelers are welcome to come and enjoy the gorgeous views of Vaduz and the surrounding area from the castle grounds, but they are not permitted inside as the princely family really does live here.
    Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 28 May 2026

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“Kingly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/kingly. Accessed 9 Aug. 2026.

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