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[reyn] / reɪn /




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He designed sets for plays and backdrops for operas and—using an iPad—created a hawthorn-blossom pattern for a stained-glass window in Westminster Abbey to honor the reign of Queen Elizabeth II.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026

The estate is not the King's private property but belongs to the monarch for the duration of their reign.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

His company, SoftBank Group 9984 -8.06%decrease; red down pointing triangle , on Monday became Japan’s most valuable, ending Toyota’s 23-year reign.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

He coached Sierra Canyon the last four years, but became a future City Section Hall of Famer when he guided Chatsworth to eight City titles during his 27-year reign, the most by any coach.

From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026

Mrs. Hauser’s doorbell was made from a gold Sovereign dating back to the reign of King Edward IV. I pressed it.

From "Confessions of a Murder Suspect" by James Patterson




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