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as in royal
fit for or worthy of a royal ruler
the actress's regal bearing makes her a perfect choice to play royalty on the screen
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as in magnificent
large and impressive in size, grandeur, extent, or conception
envisioned a regal wedding with hundreds of guests, a full choir, and a reception at the fanciest hotel in town
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Recent Examples of regal
Her regal stoicism along with her kind, empathetic, reassuring demeanor is the perfect mix that captivates Royal fans globally.
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Janelle Ash , Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa, FOXNews.com, 1 Jan. 2026
Once the tallest building in the city, these former offices built by Coca-Cola founder Asa Griggs Candler continue to be a landmark in downtown Atlanta, having been converted into a regal hotel in 2019.
—Su-Jit Lin, Southern Living, 27 Dec. 2025
Her long honey-blonde hair was elegantly adorned with a fascinator, adding a regal touch perfect for the event.
—María Munsuri, Glamour, 25 Dec. 2025
While these elements of style are likely to remain even when Kate eventually becomes queen (after all, Queen Elizabeth II was famous for her off-duty Balmoral style throughout her reign), this year has given an insight into what her regal wardrobe might look like, when the time comes.
—Emily Chan, Vogue, 20 Dec. 2025
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Janelle Ash , Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa, FOXNews.com, 1 Jan. 2026
Once the tallest building in the city, these former offices built by Coca-Cola founder Asa Griggs Candler continue to be a landmark in downtown Atlanta, having been converted into a regal hotel in 2019.
—Su-Jit Lin, Southern Living, 27 Dec. 2025
Her long honey-blonde hair was elegantly adorned with a fascinator, adding a regal touch perfect for the event.
—María Munsuri, Glamour, 25 Dec. 2025
While these elements of style are likely to remain even when Kate eventually becomes queen (after all, Queen Elizabeth II was famous for her off-duty Balmoral style throughout her reign), this year has given an insight into what her regal wardrobe might look like, when the time comes.
—Emily Chan, Vogue, 20 Dec. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for regal
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King Charles views her as a great asset and calming influence within the royal family.—
Brie Stimson , Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa,
FOXNews.com,
9 Jan. 2026
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The Prince and Princess of Wales resumed royal duties the day before Kate's birthday, visiting Charing Cross Hospital in London for their first official duty of 2026.—
Janine Henni,
PEOPLE,
9 Jan. 2026
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Then there’s the saltwater pool, all of the American mid-century and Danish modern furniture, and certainly the magnificent mountain and palm tree views.—
Nicole Kliest,
Vogue,
9 Jan. 2026
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Thiaw has been magnificent for Newcastle so far and this aberration should not overshadow that, but this was a game too far for the German, who surely requires a rest for the FA Cup tie with Bournemouth on Saturday.—
Chris Waugh,
New York Times,
7 Jan. 2026
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Playing an aristocratic roaring 20s era sleuth that Christie loosely based on her younger self is certainly far removed from chugging shots on the shores of Malia — even the party scenes.—
Alex Ritman,
Variety,
15 Jan. 2026
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The 18th-century aristocratic villa also offers scenic horse rides through the foothills of Mount Etna.—
Rosalyn Wikeley,
Condé Nast Traveler,
10 Jan. 2026
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The mountains look glorious, green, and bizarrely in-your-face.—
Dana Goodyear,
New Yorker,
7 Jan. 2026
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This week, Tyler, the Creator recapped his glorious year in a triumphant freestyle, Sabrina Carpenter gifted her fans a Man’s Best Friend bonus track as an early Christmas present, and Doechii teamed up with SZA for a subdued yet motivational anthem.—
Rolling Stone,
Rolling Stone,
2 Jan. 2026
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To address the problem, water managers many years ago lowered the levels, but the tree islands never recovered, leaving ghosts of islands that lack the elevation to support the majestic hardwoods found in other parts of the Everglades, such as cypress, pond apple and pop ash trees.—
Amy Green,
Miami Herald,
9 Jan. 2026
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Expect a three- to four-hour trek of moderate difficulty, but the majestic views of the rocky coastline from the top are worth the trip.—
Liz Provencher,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Jan. 2026
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College sweethearts William and Kate would later get engaged in Kenya in October 2010 and marry in an epic royal wedding in London in April 2011.—
Janine Henni,
PEOPLE,
12 Jan. 2026
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Challenge winners selected from eligible entries in all 50 states will earn an exclusive invitation to attend the live final in Los Angeles on May 20, marking a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for fans to witness the epic conclusion and be part of this milestone season.—
Mekishana Pierre,
Entertainment Weekly,
12 Jan. 2026
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The team had already excavated the other three corners of a narrow tomb occupied by an imposing, unnamed sarcophagus.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
5 Dec. 2025
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The most imposing building on Main Street is a gun shop called Chandler’s Firearms Estates, on the corner of East Church Street.—
Swapna Venugopal Ramaswamy,
USA Today,
9 Nov. 2025
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Meta reportedly plans to continue the grand unwinding of its metaverse ambitions by laying off 10% of its 15,000-person Reality Labs division, which is responsible for the company’s virtual reality headsets and Horizon Worlds game.—
Andrew Nusca,
Fortune,
13 Jan. 2026
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Inward state visits, which typically last for a few days, are often highlighted by a ceremonial welcome, luncheon with the royal family, grand state banquet and meetings between the visiting guest and British politicians.—
Janine Henni,
PEOPLE,
13 Jan. 2026
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“Regal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/regal. Accessed 17 Jan. 2026.
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