regent

Example Sentences

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“The Big Ten has expanded four times, adding seven schools, in the last 14 years,” said Jordan Acker, a regent at the University of Michigan, in a recent meeting.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 8, 2025

“The regents will make this decision with the input of the governor,” said former regent George Kieffer, who chaired the board during the first Trump administration and ended his term in 2021.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 25, 2025

Atwell said he hoped that his “temporary continuation” as regent will support communication between legislators and the regents.

From Seattle Times • May 25, 2024

"The crown prince will in that period be regent and take over the King's constitutional duties."

From BBC • Mar. 3, 2024

The queen took my side in the matter, but the regent could not be dissuaded.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela