
Regent
Temporary Rule
A regent is only a ruler until the legitimate monarch can govern.

The prince served as a regent until the young king came of age.
Historical Usage
Regents were more common in historical contexts, especially in monarchies.

The regent governed while the explorers searched for the lost heir.
Not a Monarch
A regent doesn't have the same status or power as a true king or queen.

Though the regent held the throne, she wasn't considered the queen.
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