the actress's regal bearing makes her a perfect choice to play royalty on the screen
envisioned a regal wedding with hundreds of guests, a full choir, and a reception at the fanciest hotel in town
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Befitting a strong, regal baby, this name can also easily be shortened.—Lydia Wang, Parents, 12 Apr. 2026 As Kate Middleton and Prince William head up royal fashion’s new guard, the pair have introduced an era of high-low dressing, mixing affordable picks with designer splurges to create relatably regal looks.—Bailey Bujnosek, InStyle, 10 Apr. 2026 Cauliflower now comes white, green, yellow and a regal purple that holds its hue when cooked.—Judy Bart Kancigor, Oc Register, 9 Apr. 2026 Sophia Loren has long captivated audiences with her regal beauty and arresting onscreen presence.—Juliana Ukiomogbe, Architectural Digest, 3 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for regal
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Middle English, from Anglo-French or Latin; Anglo-French, from Latin regalis — more at royal