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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
See all Example Sentences for royal 
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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Just take Sotheby's royal and noble sale of magnificent jewels last year that achieved more than twice the estimate, showing the high demand of revival jewelry.—
Felicity Carter,
Forbes,
20 Jan. 2025
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And as for the celebrated Saturn 5, the magnificent machine that launched the Apollo astronauts to the moon?—
Jeffrey Kluger,
TIME,
17 Jan. 2025
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The finish is long, smooth, warming, and lingering sweetness.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes,
21 Jan. 2025
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Using a rubber spatula, fold in chocolate chips; stir mixture until smooth, about 1 minute.—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
21 Jan. 2025
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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
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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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Karlsson was probably the biggest offender, as a couple of glorious Buffalo chances came as a result of his lapses.—
Josh Yohe,
The Athletic,
17 Jan. 2025
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That dance in and of itself is really glorious to me.—
Mike Miller,
EW.com,
11 Jan. 2025
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Foster is adept at taking easy ownership of every proposal or project.—
Ian Parker,
The New Yorker,
20 Jan. 2025
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Things will get no easier this week for the Hurricanes, who are 4-14 on the season and 0-7 in the ACC.—
Michelle Kaufman,
Miami Herald,
20 Jan. 2025
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Equal parts survival epic, psychological horror story and coming-of-age drama, Yellowjackets is the saga of a team of wildly talented high school girls soccer players who become the (un)lucky survivors of a plane crash deep in the remote northern wilderness.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
28 Jan. 2025
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Her recent works, however, including The Colors Within and the 2021 historical epic series The Heike Story, have been produced under Science SARU, a studio known for its multinational staff, international co-productions, and more experimental styles.—
Kayti Burt,
Rolling Stone,
28 Jan. 2025
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As long as a biopsy is done and it’s recognized early, there’s a very high chance of cure with very simple and minimally invasive procedures.—
Lauryn Higgins,
Flow Space,
24 Jan. 2025
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Her voice is the center (a volcano, an oasis) and the music is simple, supportive and emotional.—
Liza Lentini,
SPIN,
24 Jan. 2025
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“Royal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/royal. Accessed 31 Jan. 2025.
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