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as in divas
a usually glamorous woman who is preeminent in her field of activity
during the years that she was queen of the figure skating world, the endorsement offers poured in
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as in goddesses
a lovely woman
most men might not look at her twice, but in her lover's eyes she's a queen
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Recent Examples of queens
The puzzle queens will inspire me to calm down and focus.
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Dalton Ross, Entertainment Weekly, 28 Jan. 2026
That alliance definitively placed the company on the map of the great European courts, long before the queens of the north became regular customers.
—Marta Martínez Tato, Vanity Fair, 25 Jan. 2026
Clearly, that is no longer the case because this the second time that BTS drama has played out between these very queens, after glove-gate during the premiere.
—Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 24 Jan. 2026
Instead of kings and queens cunningly maneuvering their armies against their enemies, there’s only an ox of a man and a bald little boy, neither of whom exhibits a clearly superior intellect.
—Ben Travers, IndieWire, 13 Jan. 2026
The trend began in the 1920s with singer Josephine Baker (the most popular Black female star of the 1920s) and 1930's Betty Boop, both of whom Mallet declares the queens of the kiss curl.
—Margaux Anbouba, Vogue, 12 Jan. 2026
RuPaul and 14 new queens have officially kicked off Drag Race season 18.
—Erin Lassner, HollywoodReporter, 9 Jan. 2026
For centuries, the kings and queens of the Netherlands have been buried in the church, beginning with William of Orange in 1584.
—Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Jan. 2026
Dalton Ross, Entertainment Weekly, 28 Jan. 2026
That alliance definitively placed the company on the map of the great European courts, long before the queens of the north became regular customers.
—Marta Martínez Tato, Vanity Fair, 25 Jan. 2026
Clearly, that is no longer the case because this the second time that BTS drama has played out between these very queens, after glove-gate during the premiere.
—Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 24 Jan. 2026
Instead of kings and queens cunningly maneuvering their armies against their enemies, there’s only an ox of a man and a bald little boy, neither of whom exhibits a clearly superior intellect.
—Ben Travers, IndieWire, 13 Jan. 2026
The trend began in the 1920s with singer Josephine Baker (the most popular Black female star of the 1920s) and 1930's Betty Boop, both of whom Mallet declares the queens of the kiss curl.
—Margaux Anbouba, Vogue, 12 Jan. 2026
RuPaul and 14 new queens have officially kicked off Drag Race season 18.
—Erin Lassner, HollywoodReporter, 9 Jan. 2026
For centuries, the kings and queens of the Netherlands have been buried in the church, beginning with William of Orange in 1584.
—Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for queens
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If the lineup tells you anything about what’s to come, the season is full of divas, all under one roof.—
Shelby Stewart,
Essence,
15 Jan. 2026
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The movie is all about girl power The members of HUNTR/X are powerful pop divas who hunt demons by night.—
Christopher Rudolph,
People.com,
28 Aug. 2025
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Suddenly though, Artemis had to cut off this fling, because gods and goddesses were not supposed to have romances with mortals.—
Mike Lynch,
Twin Cities,
11 Jan. 2026
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For Thomas, can take many forms—from representing the people closest to her as soulful goddesses to encouraging next-generation artists to seek out and express what moves them.—
Amy Verner,
Vogue,
20 Dec. 2025
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Next time a wintry mix or your cozy layers take a toll on your perfect blowout, remind yourself that even princesses can relate—and copy Middleton’s stylish way to adapt.—
Grace McCarty,
Glamour,
28 Jan. 2026
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The cutesy, docile creature that’s associated with Disney princesses and scenic woodland whimsy is inspiring the latest nail art trend.—
Annie Blay-Tettey,
Allure,
28 Jan. 2026
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Senior digital design editor Zoë Sessums snagged her wishbone chairs at a small antique sale in Maine, and after repairs to the paper cord seats, the Danish beauties were as good as new.—
Audrey Lee,
Architectural Digest,
22 Jan. 2026
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Visit in January for the best chance of enjoying these beauties in optimal wintry weather.—
Cailey Rizzo,
Travel + Leisure,
21 Jan. 2026
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Every bakery has its distinguishing products, and for Upper Crust those include its Black Gold cookies, Paraguayan cornbread and Italian cream cake.—
Michael Barnes,
Austin American Statesman,
29 Jan. 2026
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Guests are invited to become part of the journey — kneading bread, baking cookies, gathering fresh eggs, or plucking herbs for cocktails — while learning how regenerative farming nurtures both flavor and sustainability.—
Joanne Shurvell,
Forbes.com,
28 Jan. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Queens.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/queens. Accessed 1 Feb. 2026.
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