1
as in to notice
to make note of (something) through the use of one's eyes
she regarded him with astonishment when he announced he had gotten engaged
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2
as in to note
to take notice of and be guided by
as a traveler, you should regard the laws and customs of whatever country you are visiting
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3
as in to consider
to think of in a particular way
I wouldn't regard that offhand comment as a serious threat to your personal safety
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4
as in to respect
to think very highly or favorably of
an astronomer who is highly regarded by his peers
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as in to anticipate
to give consideration to (as unexpected circumstances or contingencies)
the judges regard the amount of effort and energy you put into the project in evaluating it
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1
as in respect
a feeling of great approval and liking
I have a deep regard for humanitarian aid workers who risk everything to help the poor
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2
as in glimpse
an instance of looking especially briefly
flashed the young man an imperial regard that clearly indicated such behavior was out of line
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4
as in greetings
regards plural
best wishes
give your parents my regards
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5
as in gaze
a fixed intent look
fixed the same magisterial regard on all the miscreants who appeared before her in court
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6
as in look
archaic
the outward form of someone or something especially as indicative of a quality
Lord Warwick's noble regard and gallant demeanor set the innocent maid's heart aflutter
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Recent Examples of regard
Ed Gaskin, Boston Herald, 27 June 2025
This sentiment accurately depicts the departure of Vincent Schiraldi as secretary of the Department of Juvenile Services, and his obvious sour feelings regarding his firing.
—Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 27 June 2025
Nbc News, NBC news, 24 June 2025
In regard to yesterday's Iranian strike on a U.S. airbase in Qatar, Trump called it weak.
—Brittney Melton, NPR, 24 June 2025
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Verb
Yet many hesitate to trust women with the deeply personal decision regarding whether to terminate a pregnancy.
—Ed Gaskin, Boston Herald, 27 June 2025
This sentiment accurately depicts the departure of Vincent Schiraldi as secretary of the Department of Juvenile Services, and his obvious sour feelings regarding his firing.
—Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 27 June 2025
Noun
In asking for the Rule 29 motion, defense attorney Alexandra Shapiro argued there’s insufficient evidence of kidnapping and racketeering in regards to Capricorn Clark’s claim she was forced to take a lie detector test for days at a building in Manhattan after some of Combs’ jewelry went missing.
—Nbc News, NBC news, 24 June 2025
In regard to yesterday's Iranian strike on a U.S. airbase in Qatar, Trump called it weak.
—Brittney Melton, NPR, 24 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for regard
Verb
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Empathy means noticing and adjusting expectations without penalizing people for being human. 4.—
Jody Michael,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2025
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The firemen noticed Pilon, but every time one of them tried to get beyond the protection of the trucks, Barbaro fired at them.—
Sally Ventura
June 23,
Literary Hub,
23 June 2025
Verb
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Public Service Loan Forgiveness Changes There are some changes to note about Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).—
Robert Farrington,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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This article has been updated to note Subrahmanyam Jaishankar's title as the Indian external affairs minister.—
Jennifer Cunningham,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 July 2025
Verb
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There’s also the unique geopolitical role of Qatar to consider.—
Robert Rapier,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2025
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Many consider the cases to be politically motivated, although Erdogan’s government contends that the courts are impartial and free of political involvement.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
23 June 2025
Verb
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Students’ sense that they are accepted, respected, and included can help to establish the classroom as a psychologically safe space for social and cognitive inquiry, experimentation, and growth.—
Linda Darling-Hammond,
Forbes.com,
28 June 2025
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When a commissioning editor gives a writer a deadline, there’s an expectation that it will be respected.—
David Crystal
June 27,
Literary Hub,
27 June 2025
Verb
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Attentive, Personalized Service From the moment guests arrive, attentive doormen and reception staff recognize them by name and go out of their way to anticipate and address their needs.—
Irene S. Levine,
Forbes.com,
25 June 2025
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Trade tensions could worsen and tariffs could escalate, some analysts said, while noting the difficulty of anticipating exactly where the levies will land.—
Max Zahn,
ABC News,
25 June 2025
Noun
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Noting that Cyrus had traveled with the family on vacation, The Terminator star reiterated his admiration for the musician.—
Rachel McRady,
People.com,
26 June 2025
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More evidence of Vicious’ admiration for the glossy pop band came from a one-time girlfriend, Teddie Dahlin.—
Melissa Ruggieri,
USA Today,
26 June 2025
Noun
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Thousands of fans will line the streets along Fort Lauderdale beach Sunday to catch a glimpse of the Stanley Cup champion Florida Panthers.—
David Schutz,
Sun Sentinel,
22 June 2025
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That’s left many scrambling on various social media apps to see what’s happening — again, only a glimpse of life able to reach the internet in a country of over 80 million people.—
Boston Herald Wire Services,
Boston Herald,
21 June 2025
Noun
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During the Tuesday school board meeting, a couple of board members voiced concerns about the district adopting a portion of the Bluebonnet Learning curriculum, even though that portion doesn’t contain religious references.—
Lina Ruiz,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
30 June 2025
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While stablecoins have emerged as crypto’s dominant payment mechanism, a subtler shift may be underway: the emergence of Bitcoin not just as a store of value, but as a reference benchmark, a unit of account for global assets and financial flows.—
Sean Lee,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2025
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“Regard.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/regard. Accessed 6 Jul. 2025.
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