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royal family

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noun

royal families plural
  1. the immediate family of a reigning monarch.


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It’s unclear whether the “big guy” refers to a member of the royal family and what Kahlon meant by “a bail out.”

From Salon • Jun. 19, 2026

Bracket has money from the Qatari royal family, according to an email that Kahlon sent to SpaceX’s CFO.

From Salon • Jun. 19, 2026

Marius Borg Høiby's mother married into the royal family when he was four, and although he grew up within the family he is not himself a royal figure.

From BBC • Jun. 15, 2026

As princess, Bajrakitiyabha held an important ceremonial role in Thai society -- where the royal family sits at the apex.

From Barron's • Jun. 12, 2026

"This is the west wing of the palace. The residential homes of the royal family are here."

From "The Belles" by Dhonielle Clayton

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