Reagan

[rey-guhn]

noun

1. Nancy Davis Anne Francis Robbins Davis, 1921–2016, U.S. First Lady 1981–89 (wife of Ronald Reagan).

2. Ronald (Wilson), 1911–2004, 40th president of the U.S. 1981–89.

Reagan

/ ˈreɪɡən /

noun

1. Ronald . 1911–2004, US film actor and Republican statesman: Governor of California (1966–74): 40th president of the US (1981–89)

Example Sentences

Formed by conservative legal theorists in the 1980s to help President Ronald Reagan roll back liberal policies, the unitary executive theory promises to radically expand presidential power.

From Salon

It’s a gamble for a party facing its lowest approval numbers since the Reagan era — and a calculated risk Democratic leaders felt feel compelled to take.

From Los Angeles Times

The letter is full of unmemorable bromides and has none of the moving language used by Reagan and other presidents.

From Salon

Fellow Republican Ronald Reagan oversaw eight shutdowns during his presidency in the 1980s - though all were relatively brief.

From BBC

But starting with Ronald Reagan, the White House incumbent has shown up at the curved edifice on First Avenue to bloviate, shutting down Manhattan traffic for a full day, almost every September.

From Salon