as in regarding
having to do with
respecting your earlier question, I'd like to make an additional comment
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as in upholding
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as in admiring
to think very highly or favorably of
an upstanding senator who is respected by political allies and foes alike
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Recent Examples of respecting
Missy Ryan, The Atlantic, 10 June 2026
But respecting someone’s mother should be one of the most basic codes in life.
—Alejandro Avila Outkick, FOXNews.com, 9 June 2026
Heed the advice because this drive is about admiring the area and respecting the environment.
—Daria Bachmann, Travel + Leisure, 8 June 2026
Both are signed through 2027 and are eager to grow together after respecting each other from afar.
—CBS News, 31 May 2026
Making jewelry out of vintage memorabilia is even more challenging, as Villa is adamant about respecting the integrity of the original pieces.
—Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 27 May 2026
The other members struggle with their desire to keep their children safe through herd immunity while respecting the rights of the individual parents.
—Mary Damiano, Miami Herald, 27 May 2026
That means respecting your time.
—Rancho Santa Fe Review, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 May 2026
That was one of the more subdued negative responses, many of which focus around respecting the dead.
—Leslie Katz, Forbes.com, 22 May 2026
Verb
To succeed, Democrats must now demonstrate that, despite the costs, America’s security at home depends on its influence abroad; shaping foreign policy around traditional values benefits Americans; and respecting alliances is a source of strength.
—Missy Ryan, The Atlantic, 10 June 2026
But respecting someone’s mother should be one of the most basic codes in life.
—Alejandro Avila Outkick, FOXNews.com, 9 June 2026
Heed the advice because this drive is about admiring the area and respecting the environment.
—Daria Bachmann, Travel + Leisure, 8 June 2026
Both are signed through 2027 and are eager to grow together after respecting each other from afar.
—CBS News, 31 May 2026
Making jewelry out of vintage memorabilia is even more challenging, as Villa is adamant about respecting the integrity of the original pieces.
—Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 27 May 2026
The other members struggle with their desire to keep their children safe through herd immunity while respecting the rights of the individual parents.
—Mary Damiano, Miami Herald, 27 May 2026
That means respecting your time.
—Rancho Santa Fe Review, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 May 2026
That was one of the more subdued negative responses, many of which focus around respecting the dead.
—Leslie Katz, Forbes.com, 22 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for respecting
Preposition
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Metro Police detectives are continuing to investigate the shooting, and are in contact with the District Attorney’s Office regarding charging decisions.—
Vivian Jones,
Nashville Tennessean,
18 Oct. 2025
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Was any decision made regarding reducing Partey’s media obligations?—
James McNicholas,
New York Times,
11 July 2025
Noun
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Protecting judges, prosecutors, public defenders, and court staff is fundamental to guaranteeing access to justice, judicial independence, and the upholding of the democratic order.—
Liam Quinn,
PEOPLE,
13 May 2026
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In addition, the NFL alleged that the report card surveys interfered with the union’s upholding of Article 39, Section 5, which mandates that the league and union jointly conduct an anonymous survey at least once every three years regarding players’ opinions on medical care and staff.—
Antwan Staley,
New York Daily News,
13 Feb. 2026
Verb
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But maybe a little less self-admiring performative ecstasy from some of the rest?—
David Remnick,
New Yorker,
11 June 2026
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Perhaps an attachment grows merely from admiring one player who is right here in KC, such as Lionel Messi of defending World Cup champion Argentina.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
11 June 2026
Preposition
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As recently as February 2026 and May 2025, the public Santa Clara County’s health department has warned about potential exposure to measles after people with the virus passed through public places.—
Connor Sheets,
Los Angeles Times,
14 June 2026
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The wreck happened as crews headed to a structure fire, but few details about what led to the crash were available Saturday.—
Caroline Silva,
AJC.com,
14 June 2026
Verb
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Above and beyond, make this a period for living in the moment and appreciating the beauty that the universe is offering you.—
Kyle Thomas,
PEOPLE,
7 June 2026
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Defined‑benefit pensions gave way to 401(k)s; long‑term care remained largely uncovered; tax and housing policy rewarded holding onto appreciating property rather than making room.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
7 June 2026
Preposition
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This change has fundamentally revolutionized the pace of innovation—shifting us away from incremental advances and toward more rapid, system-level transformations across science and engineering.—
Rachel Nuwer,
Scientific American,
16 June 2026
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One of the more common ways bear encounters escalate is when an off-leash dog runs toward a bear, annoys it, and then comes sprinting back to its owner with an angry predator in pursuit.—
Amber Harding OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
16 June 2026
Preposition
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All listings featured on Condé Nast Traveler are independently selected by our editors.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
12 June 2026
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Ariana Grande was crystal clear in the White House’s comments section on TikTok.—
Emily St. Martin,
Los Angeles Times,
12 June 2026
Preposition
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As questions swirl about James’ future, ESPN reported that James representatives and the Lakers are engaged in talks the structure of a new contract.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
17 June 2026
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And Kemp shed his vow of neutrality to back the lieutenant governor just two days before the runoff.—
Greg Bluestein,
AJC.com,
17 June 2026
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“Respecting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/respecting. Accessed 18 Jun. 2026.
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