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Royal Navy

British

noun

RN. the navy of the United Kingdom

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Royal Navy Cultural

The British navy.

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Sunak’s essay pairs hawkish foreign policy analysis with patriotic nostalgia for how the Royal Navy used to maintain Britain’s position as a “global hegemon.”

From Salon • Apr. 14, 2026

Some had questioned the UK's response, in particular around the sending of a Royal Navy ship to Cyprus to protect the UK military base, RAF Akrotiri, which was targeted by a drone.

From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026

Last year, the Royal Navy unveiled plans for a network of drones, warships and surveillance aircraft aimed at protecting vital undersea infrastructure.

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

It was escorted by a Russian navy ship across the English Channel, but the two vessels parted ways when the tanker entered the Atlantic Ocean, according to the British Royal Navy.

From Barron's • Mar. 29, 2026

The birthday ball gown had a scarlet red underskirt topped with a short gown of Royal Navy blue, embroidered with gold.

From "Chains" by Laurie Halse Anderson

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