kingly

Example Sentences

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A purchase is theoretically possible and has historic precedents—although expanding one’s territory with gold or other payments has become rarer in modern times as nation states replaced empires and kingly realms.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 7, 2026

His pizzazz was a large measure of his appeal, along with his manufactured image as a shrewd businessman with a kingly touch and infallible judgment.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 4, 2026

Later they turn to kingly and materialistic protections against their wandering.

From Salon • Mar. 31, 2024

Worn at every coronation since then, it symbolises kingly dignity.

From Reuters • May 5, 2023

My protestations that it was a small sacrifice to part with something I had little use for were taken as modesty, another fine kingly quality.

From "Ella Enchanted" by Gail Carson Levine