regle
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of regle
1895–1900; < French règle straightedge, rule (< Latin regula )
Example Sentences
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If a Compagnon who was generally respected left the town, the others gave him what was termed a "conduite en regle."
From George Sand, some aspects of her life and writings by Hallard, Alys
She had a passport in her pocket, everything en regle, nobody could harm her, and she could come and go as she pleased.
From The Elusive Pimpernel by Orczy, Emmuska Orczy, Baroness
Therefore it seemed en regle to take a prisoner.
From Joy in the Morning by Andrews, Mary Raymond Shipman
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
"It is perfectly en regle, I assure you," continued Chauvelin, "and only awaits my signature."
From The Elusive Pimpernel by Orczy, Emmuska Orczy, Baroness
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