irrespective of
preposition
ir·re·spec·tive of
ˌir-i-ˈspek-tiv- 
: regardless of
They are protected by law, irrespective of race
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In California’s primary system, the top two candidates advance irrespective of party affiliation.
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Lucas Robinson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Apr. 2026
With that now behind me, my answer looking forward (irrespective of talent) is singer-songwriter.
—Literary Hub, 14 Apr. 2026
However, many supporters would probably happily accept a finale to the campaign with as little drama as possible — and the chance to watch their side play top-flight football again from next August, irrespective of the cost.
—Paul Taylor, New York Times, 11 Mar. 2026
There were no girls, and really seeing again how all girls, irrespective of race and of socioeconomic status, are being left behind at this moment.
—Rebecca Schneid, Time, 8 Mar. 2026
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Lucas Robinson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Apr. 2026
With that now behind me, my answer looking forward (irrespective of talent) is singer-songwriter.
—Literary Hub, 14 Apr. 2026
However, many supporters would probably happily accept a finale to the campaign with as little drama as possible — and the chance to watch their side play top-flight football again from next August, irrespective of the cost.
—Paul Taylor, New York Times, 11 Mar. 2026
There were no girls, and really seeing again how all girls, irrespective of race and of socioeconomic status, are being left behind at this moment.
—Rebecca Schneid, Time, 8 Mar. 2026
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“Irrespective of.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/irrespective%20of. Accessed 23 Apr. 2026.
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irrespective of
preposition
ir·re·spec·tive of
ˌir-i-ˈspek-tiv-
: without regard to
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