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Regent

usgb/ˈriːdʒənt/Volume
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Temporary Rule

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

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The prince served as a regent until the young king came of age.
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Historical Usage

Regents were more common in historical contexts, especially in monarchies.

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The regent governed while the explorers searched for the lost heir.
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Not a Monarch

A regent doesn't have the same status or power as a true king or queen.

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