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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
And according to Lipscombe, despite their royal status, the Sussexes remain remarkably grounded.
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Jenzia Burgos, StyleCaster, 12 Jan. 2025
In the crypts of a Lithuanian cathedral, researchers have discovered a trove of royal treasure: crowns, jewelry and a scepter that belonged to several Lithuanian-Polish monarchs from the 15th and 16th centuries.
—Sonja Anderson, Smithsonian Magazine, 10 Jan. 2025
For the princess, something closer to business as usual, with Kate expected to make appearances at most of the major events in the royal calendar, from Royal Ascot to Remembrance Sunday.
—Hayley Maitland, Vogue, 9 Jan. 2025
The famous talking heads here, Cher among them, affectionately and amusingly chronicle what a royal pain to work with Warren can be.
—Glenn Kenny, New York Times, 9 Jan. 2025
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Jenzia Burgos, StyleCaster, 12 Jan. 2025
In the crypts of a Lithuanian cathedral, researchers have discovered a trove of royal treasure: crowns, jewelry and a scepter that belonged to several Lithuanian-Polish monarchs from the 15th and 16th centuries.
—Sonja Anderson, Smithsonian Magazine, 10 Jan. 2025
For the princess, something closer to business as usual, with Kate expected to make appearances at most of the major events in the royal calendar, from Royal Ascot to Remembrance Sunday.
—Hayley Maitland, Vogue, 9 Jan. 2025
The famous talking heads here, Cher among them, affectionately and amusingly chronicle what a royal pain to work with Warren can be.
—Glenn Kenny, New York Times, 9 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for royal
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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
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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
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Several national parks, including Grand Teton, Glacier and, of course, Rocky Mountain, are all part of this magnificent mountain range, which stretches into Canada.Tracy Scott Forson, Smithsonian Magazine, 10 Jan. 2025
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United, managed by Sir Alex Ferguson, had a magnificent side, yet the iconic picture doesn’t tell the whole story.Andy Mitten, The Athletic, 9 Jan. 2025
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The microneedles — infused with phyto-retinol, niacinamide, and green tea — delivered ingredients effectively without causing discomfort, and post-use redness faded quickly, leaving skin smooth and refreshed.Jennifer Ford, People.com, 9 Jan. 2025
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Having lived through the stress of moving vehicles for years with Michael, Kali jumped at an opportunity last spring to join Getaway Day Agency, a vehicle shipping company that aims to make the car shipping experience as smooth as possible for professional baseball players.Melissa Lockard, The Athletic, 9 Jan. 2025
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Follow your gallery tour with a visit to another villa that once belonged to an aristocratic family—Villa Medici.Anna Haines, Forbes, 9 Jan. 2025
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After her Emmy win for Succession, Snook took home an Olivier for playing all 26 roles in this new adaptation of Oscar Wilde’s witty, haunting novel of vanity, aristocratic cruelty, and greed.Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 8 Jan. 2025
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The glorious few who still worry about the decline of Palm Beach society speculated wildly that Trump was planning to legalize gambling and build a casino, or — the truly frightening possibility — subdivide his acreage and sell houses.Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 8 Jan. 2025
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But its glorious catalog lay in disarray, waiting for an astute buyer willing to mine its precious gems.Ernesto Lechner, Los Angeles Times, 8 Jan. 2025
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The tune still reaches millions of people every week—maybe every day—and its unending popularity is easy to see by looking at the U.K. musical rankings.Hugh McIntyre, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
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Woman Surprises Sister with a Gift That Makes Her Cry at Her Engagement Party: 'Absolutely in Shock' (Exclusive) What wasn't as easy was the cross-country trip Frances had to take in order to attend the wedding.Ashlyn Robinette, People.com, 8 Jan. 2025
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Guida’s epic brawl with Diego Sanchez on the Ultimate Fighter Season 9 Finale was inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame in 2019.Brian Mazique, Forbes, 16 Jan. 2025
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Destiny’s title track is a gorgeous midtempo epic, but most of the album is a restlessly kinetic disco workout with some of the group’s tightest vocal arrangements.Al Shipley, SPIN, 16 Jan. 2025
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My top answer is a simple and no-brainer recommendation: Wash your hands with soap and water.Amanda Schupak, New York Times, 13 Jan. 2025
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Adidas Originals Stan Smith Sneakers These iconic Stan Smith sneakers offer form and function thanks to their simple design, soft leather material (no blisters here!), and roomy fit.Rylee Johnston, Travel + Leisure, 12 Jan. 2025
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“Royal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/royal. Accessed 20 Jan. 2025.
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