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Regan

American  
[ree-guhn] / ˈri gən /

noun

  1. (in Shakespeare'sKing Lear ) the younger of Lear's two faithless daughters.


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She did not speak at the hearing and Coroner David Regan said he understood she "wanted to observe. "

From BBC Jul. 15, 2026

In a landmark 2023 deal, Regan secured a statewide $25 wage floor for healthcare workers after qualifying initiatives to raise industry wages in Los Angeles and other cities.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 8, 2026

Union leader Dave Regan has spent decades wielding California’s ballot system against the healthcare industry.

From Slate Jul. 6, 2026

In another form of reciprocity, Regan often adjusted his offerings while he was talking to clients, promising them higher rates or longer terms if they invested more or committed sooner.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 30, 2026

The giggles alerted Regan, and she looked up in surprise.

From "Glitch" by Laura Martin

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