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as in regal
fit for or worthy of a royal ruler
the school superintendent received a royal welcome
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as in magnificent
large and impressive in size, grandeur, extent, or conception
had a royal argument over family finances
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as in smooth
involving minimal difficulty or effort
unfortunately, there is no royal way for a person to achieve maturity
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Recent Examples of royal
In my opinion, the look remains one of the most iconic royal fashion appearances ever photographed.
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Alex Badia, Footwear News, 18 May 2026
Agents of Britain, through the British East India Company, exploited the instability in Punjab and sought to overthrow the child from the throne, according to Historic Royal Palaces, an independent charity that manages the U.K.'s unoccupied royal palaces.
—Doha Madani, NBC news, 30 Apr. 2026
An Appalachian farewell for King Charles, Queen Camilla King Charles III and Queen Camilla are wrapping up their four-day state visit with a trip to Virginia today, where the couple will receive a royal welcome in a town with a fitting name: Front Royal.
—Kathryn Palmer, USA Today, 30 Apr. 2026
Roosevelt hosted them at his country estate of Hyde Park and, to the consternation of his mother, offered the couple hot dogs, which went down well with the royal guests.
—Katie Nicholl, Vanity Fair, 30 Apr. 2026
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Alex Badia, Footwear News, 18 May 2026
Agents of Britain, through the British East India Company, exploited the instability in Punjab and sought to overthrow the child from the throne, according to Historic Royal Palaces, an independent charity that manages the U.K.'s unoccupied royal palaces.
—Doha Madani, NBC news, 30 Apr. 2026
An Appalachian farewell for King Charles, Queen Camilla King Charles III and Queen Camilla are wrapping up their four-day state visit with a trip to Virginia today, where the couple will receive a royal welcome in a town with a fitting name: Front Royal.
—Kathryn Palmer, USA Today, 30 Apr. 2026
Roosevelt hosted them at his country estate of Hyde Park and, to the consternation of his mother, offered the couple hot dogs, which went down well with the royal guests.
—Katie Nicholl, Vanity Fair, 30 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for royal
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Meanwhile, Queen Camilla sported regal headwear of her own, donning the Diamond Diadem.—
Stephanie Petit,
PEOPLE,
13 May 2026
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The most famous variation has a regal origin story.—
Lauren Schuster,
Miami Herald,
12 May 2026
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The magnificent luminosity of the orbs announced their arrival, their glow falling unfamiliar against windowpanes, which drew the people to the street.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
20 May 2026
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To make the case, everyone who cares about the magnificent red-rock canyons of Grand Staircase-Escalante and Southern Utah needs to act now.—
Scott Braden,
Denver Post,
19 May 2026
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With flat soles, light textures, and a smooth fit, preppy loafers are a solid option for long days on your feet, from theme park trips to office days.—
Aaron Royce,
PEOPLE,
19 May 2026
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The library is a one-story brick building with two white pillars up front sticking out like tusks, smooth and thin.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
18 May 2026
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My father, a boy, sat in the back seat with his brothers and Choute—Duchess of Montmoreau, née de Troguindy, a beautiful and aristocratic woman who went by this single childhood nickname.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
6 May 2026
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News articles and photos of the casual picnic enamored Americans, transforming their view of the royals as rigid and aristocratic to more down-to-earth.—
Karissa Waddick,
USA Today,
28 Apr. 2026
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For fans of the Afghan Whigs, the first half of 2026 has been a glorious time.—
Steve Baltin,
Los Angeles Times,
18 May 2026
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You’re told what’s going to happen, but not exactly what or how, and that gives it a kind of glorious freshness.—
Laura Bradley,
Vanity Fair,
18 May 2026
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The chef’s kitchen features custom cabinetry, two islands for easy prep, and Gaggenau cooktops with both gas and induction options, along with a teppanyaki griddle.—
Tori Latham,
Robb Report,
18 May 2026
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Every airline has its own app, making digital boarding passes easy to pull up on a phone and scan at the gate.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
18 May 2026
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Welina Terrace, which is only open for dinner, feels a bit fancier; low-lit with live music and epic views of the bay.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
18 May 2026
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At its heart is the Conquest necklace, a masterpiece that feels as though it could have been uncovered at the end of an epic voyage.—
Paige Reddinger,
Robb Report,
17 May 2026
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The useful answer may be simpler than expected once the real priority becomes obvious.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
14 May 2026
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The decor with sheepskin rugs and arm lamps for reading lights is neither flashy nor overtly quirky, but simple and homey, as if it were designed by a tasteful Scandinavian grandmother who relocated to the wilds of Patagonia.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
14 May 2026
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“Royal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/royal. Accessed 20 May. 2026.
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