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Definition of hold (someone or something) in high regard

: to have great respect for (someone or something) His work is held in high regard.

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“Hold (someone or something) in high regard.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hold%20%28someone%20or%20something%29%20in%20high%20regard. Accessed 26 Jun. 2022.

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