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Recent Examples of monarchical The military uniform commissioned by Washington during the Revolutionary War became an ongoing visual symbol of the revolution’s rejection of monarchical authority in favor of America’s burgeoning republic. Camille Davis / Made By History, TIME, 1 Nov. 2024 Nixon wielded his monarchical power covertly—most notoriously during Watergate—and brazenly, claiming that Article II of the Constitution empowered him to impound funds already allocated by Congress and to conduct widespread, warrantless wiretaps. Duncan Hosie / Made By History, TIME, 18 Sep. 2024 In 1951, Iranian politician Mohammed Mossadegh, who had opposed granting Reza monarchical powers in 1925, was named prime minister. Francine Uenuma, Smithsonian Magazine, 5 Sep. 2024 Many good people don’t have the time, or haven’t made the time, to become fully informed about the threats Trump poses or the monarchical power the Supreme Court’s immunity decision would grant him. Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 11 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for monarchical 
Recent Examples of Synonyms for monarchical
Adjective
  • Bridal tiaras may be less popular than in decades past, but the new guard of regal toppers is designed (and destined) to command attention.
    Kiana Murden, Vogue, 9 Jan. 2025
  • Despite their regal origins, modern Maltese dogs remain approachable and loving, eagerly engaging in games and cuddles with their owners.
    Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 6 Jan. 2025
Adjective
  • Jack Royston is chief royal correspondent for Newsweek, based in London.
    Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 17 Jan. 2025
  • Karki also says that royal backing of the GMC means any criticism could be considered seditious.
    By Charlie Campbell/Gelephu, Bhutan, TIME, 16 Jan. 2025
Adjective
  • Their attire and posture radiated an iconic, aristocratic style, exemplified by Vance's wife, who stood elegantly in her rose-pitch dress coat.
    Kristen Waggoner, Newsweek, 21 Jan. 2025
  • Despite the name, Palace hotels aren’t always centuries-old aristocratic mansions, and many feel thoroughly modern.
    Mary Winston Nicklin, AFAR Media, 15 Jan. 2025

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“Monarchical.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/monarchical. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.

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