
Regency
Temporary Rule
The regency is a temporary condition, not a permanent form of government.

During the regency, the prince made decisions until the king recovered.
Not Always Royalty
Regencies can occur in other contexts where someone takes temporary control.

The company was under a regency while the CEO was on sabbatical.
Specific Reason
A regency happens for a specific reason like youth, illness, or absence of the ruler.

After the accident, a regency ruled in place of the incapacitated queen.
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