the actress's regal bearing makes her a perfect choice to play royalty on the screen
envisioned a regal wedding with hundreds of guests, a full choir, and a reception at the fanciest hotel in town
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The project received a $7,000 development grant from the Royal Film Commission … A regal reward for a powerful story of memory and identity.—Essie Assibu, Variety, 15 July 2025 Culpo stunned in a regal ball gown by Dolce & Gabbana that featured a crew neck, long sleeves, and a buttoned back.—Edward Segarra, USA Today, 14 July 2025 Nadine Malouf is a master of accents, expressions and physicality playing the regal Penelope and all of the other women in Jane’s life, including her no-nonsense sister, aloof mother, softspoken therapist, vapid yoga instructor, awkward neighbor and gruff housekeeper.—Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 June 2025 The city’s charm now extends beyond its grand hotels, and the best Airbnbs in Florence—from 16th century palazzi and artist ateliers on the Arno to regal apartments where the Duomo is practically within reach—offer some of the best rooms with views in this historic, beautiful place.—Madeline Weinfield, Architectural Digest, 23 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for regal
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Etymology
Middle English, from Anglo-French or Latin; Anglo-French, from Latin regalis — more at royal
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