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large and impressive in size, grandeur, extent, or conception
envisioned an imperial city that would rival the capitals of Europe for beauty and magnificence
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Recent Examples of imperial
Anna Piela, The Conversation, 13 Apr. 2026
It is remembered as the catastrophe that cost Hungary its imperial status and turned it into a small central European country.
—Ivana Kottasová, CNN Money, 12 Apr. 2026
Chelsey Sanchez, Harper's BAZAAR, 21 Apr. 2023
The acquisition also adds a central Alabama distribution center to Imperial’s network.
—William Thornton | Wthornton@al.com, al, 20 Apr. 2023
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Adjective
Over time, these ideas became part of a broader moral justification for European imperial expansion, framing colonial rule as a civilizing mission.
—Anna Piela, The Conversation, 13 Apr. 2026
It is remembered as the catastrophe that cost Hungary its imperial status and turned it into a small central European country.
—Ivana Kottasová, CNN Money, 12 Apr. 2026
Noun
Charles will wear St Edward's Crown and the Imperial State Crown, while Camila will wear Queen Mary's Crown.
—Chelsey Sanchez, Harper's BAZAAR, 21 Apr. 2023
The acquisition also adds a central Alabama distribution center to Imperial’s network.
—William Thornton | Wthornton@al.com, al, 20 Apr. 2023
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for imperial
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And while several must-see redwood groves dot Northern California, in my opinion, driving the Avenue of the Giants is the easiest way to get up close and personal with these magnificent trees.—
Cu Fleshman,
Travel + Leisure,
19 Apr. 2026
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And Fitzgerald, coming off a magnificent six-interception freshman season, can play nickel skillfully if needed.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
18 Apr. 2026
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Purple leaf plum trees are truly gorgeous when first planted, owing to their unusually dark leaf color and cloud of pink or white flowers.—
Joshua Siskin,
Oc Register,
16 Apr. 2026
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This serum contains three types of plum (kakadu, illawarra and burdekin) for maximum antioxidants and hyaluronic acid.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
16 Apr. 2026
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Guests can also socialize around the outdoor pool and pool bar, another glorious sunset viewing location.—
Stacey Leasca,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Apr. 2026
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But the sandweeshes begin with a golden and glorious taboon bread — or rather Abdullah’s fantastic interpretation, which is similar to focaccia.—
Louisa Kung Liu Chu,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Apr. 2026
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Feathers unfurl all around in a stunning display of 2,383 white, yellow, and brown diamonds of assorted sizes.—
Paige Reddinger,
Robb Report,
11 Apr. 2026
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Above the intricate lace bustier, the bodysuit also featured a massive diamond cutout accompanied by a smaller geometric cutout just below the bust.—
Chanel Vargas,
InStyle,
11 Apr. 2026
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The Toronto Blue Jays, meanwhile, are one of the worst teams, which almost no one could’ve predicted after last year’s epic World Series.—
Paul Sullivan,
Chicago Tribune,
19 Apr. 2026
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Senior attackman Enzo Serio continued his epic season, too, scoring a hat trick as the Eagles remained perfect (8-0) with a convincing 8-2 romp of archrival Xaverian at home.—
Brendan Connelly,
Boston Herald,
17 Apr. 2026
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Kate Middleton sports Queen Elizabeth's pearl necklace at Buckingham Palace in London to celebrate what would be the late monarch's 100th birthday on April 21.—
Katie Hill,
PEOPLE,
22 Apr. 2026
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The star also wore pearl bracelets by the label, totaling 243 Akoya cultured pearls on her wrist alone.—
Christian Allaire,
Vogue,
21 Apr. 2026
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The royal family has a slate of events planned for April 21, Queen Elizabeth's centenary.—
Helen Murphy,
PEOPLE,
21 Apr. 2026
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Lately, a lot of the headlines around the British royal family have had to do with the Epstein scandal surrounding Andrew and Fergie, or King Charles and Kate Middleton’s health.—
Lizzie Lanuza,
StyleCaster,
21 Apr. 2026
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Just two days before Earth Day, CBS LA Cares and Heal The Bay are partnering up to make sure one of Southern California's crown jewels stays clean and fun for the whole family.—
Austin Turner,
CBS News,
18 Apr. 2026
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The hotel’s crown jewel is a heated saltwater pool with the city’s only swim-up bar.—
Travel + Leisure Editors,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Apr. 2026
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“Imperial.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/imperial. Accessed 24 Apr. 2026.
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