regle
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of regle
1895–1900; < French règle straightedge, rule (< Latin regula )
Example Sentences
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Heigh ho! it would be en regle to begin to hate him, and be as jealous as Bluebeard; but there!
From Dynevor Terrace: or, the clue of life — Volume 1 by Yonge, Charlotte Mary
Pearls are en regle for weddings only, but how was poor pa to know that?
From A Terrible Secret by Fleming, May Agnes
The fashion of hanging a few printed programmes in the room is not considered en regle.
From Frost's Laws and By-Laws of American Society A condensed but thorough treatise on etiquette and its usages in America, containing plain and reliable directions for deportment in every situation in life. by Frost, Sarah Annie
Passports are examined by the police, and if en regle, the owners are not likely to be troubled.
From Overland through Asia; Pictures of Siberian, Chinese, and Tartar Life by Knox, Thomas Wallace
"C'est tout èn regle?" said Didon in a whisper as he returned to the hall.
From The Way We Live Now by Trollope, Anthony
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