irrespective of
preposition
ir·re·spec·tive of
ˌir-i-ˈspek-tiv- 
: regardless of
paid irrespective of how hard they work—
Lee Bowes
Lee Bowes
Examples of irrespective of in a Sentence
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Under a Wallace presidency, there was to be no Cold War irrespective of whether Stalin did anything that a responsible U.S. government would naturally expect from a partner in peace.
—Benn Steil, Foreign Affairs, 19 Mar. 2024
The grand military procession has held an official spot on the royal calendar since 1760 and typically occurs in June, marking the official birthday for the reigning King or Queen, irrespective of their actual birth date (King Charles' birthday falls in November).
—Janine Henni, Peoplemag, 18 Mar. 2024
From that moment, centering Stewart’s own relationship to sexuality (irrespective of the film’s queerness) became a key part of her style.
—Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 14 Mar. 2024
To effectively address these needs, organizations must reconsider their approach across three critical dimensions:
Where work can be done: Nine out of 10 returning employees stress the importance of having control over their work location, irrespective of role type.
—Kalina Bryant, Forbes, 27 Mar. 2024
By channeling collective efforts, talents and connections, the Human Gathering network sets sights on a world that values the welfare of every individual, irrespective of age or geographical location.
—Molly Peck, USA TODAY, 24 Mar. 2024
Every opportunity, irrespective of its outcome, offers invaluable learning experiences.
—Chris Gannett, Sun Sentinel, 7 Jan. 2024
The only public pushback came over her actions on Metro funding, widely considered critical to the Northern Virginia economy irrespective of any arena.
—Gregory S. Schneider, Washington Post, 4 Mar. 2024
With tools like the AI video generator, Appy Pie ensures that every user, irrespective of their technical know-how, can achieve professional results.
—Jon Stojan, Detroit Free Press, 28 Feb. 2024
Benn Steil, Foreign Affairs, 19 Mar. 2024
The grand military procession has held an official spot on the royal calendar since 1760 and typically occurs in June, marking the official birthday for the reigning King or Queen, irrespective of their actual birth date (King Charles' birthday falls in November).
—Janine Henni, Peoplemag, 18 Mar. 2024
From that moment, centering Stewart’s own relationship to sexuality (irrespective of the film’s queerness) became a key part of her style.
—Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 14 Mar. 2024
To effectively address these needs, organizations must reconsider their approach across three critical dimensions:
Where work can be done: Nine out of 10 returning employees stress the importance of having control over their work location, irrespective of role type.
—Kalina Bryant, Forbes, 27 Mar. 2024
By channeling collective efforts, talents and connections, the Human Gathering network sets sights on a world that values the welfare of every individual, irrespective of age or geographical location.
—Molly Peck, USA TODAY, 24 Mar. 2024
Every opportunity, irrespective of its outcome, offers invaluable learning experiences.
—Chris Gannett, Sun Sentinel, 7 Jan. 2024
The only public pushback came over her actions on Metro funding, widely considered critical to the Northern Virginia economy irrespective of any arena.
—Gregory S. Schneider, Washington Post, 4 Mar. 2024
With tools like the AI video generator, Appy Pie ensures that every user, irrespective of their technical know-how, can achieve professional results.
—Jon Stojan, Detroit Free Press, 28 Feb. 2024
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First Known Use
1833, in the meaning defined above
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irrespective of
preposition
ir·re·spec·tive of
ˌir-i-ˈspek-tiv-
: without regard to
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