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as in despised
to ignore in a disrespectful manner
disregarded the wishes of his tradition-conscious family in his choice of a bride
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as in ignored
to fail to give proper attention to
disregarded the posted warnings of avalanche danger and went skiing anyway
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as in overlooked
to dismiss as of little importance
this essay is so good that I can safely disregard a couple of spelling errors
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Recent Examples of disregarded
His father, who founded the Link Piano and Organ Company, probably disregarded the sketch as a young boy’s fantasy.
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Bill Gourgey,
Popular Science,
2 July 2026
Reporters disregarded that request in their questions for Iran's head coach, Amir Ghalenoei.
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Callie Fin,
USA Today,
26 June 2026
Daniel also quizzed Saulter on his personal relationship with Garcia’s family, but the exchange was disregarded after an objection from prosecutors.
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Lillie Davidson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
24 June 2026
The same way that former rules were disregarded with a signature, a new set could easily be ushered in under new leadership.
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Caleb Jacobs,
The Drive,
24 June 2026
When the driver reached the intersection of 8 Mile and Schoenherr, authorities say the driver disregarded a red light and struck another vehicle, which was stopped at the intersection and occupied by a 48-year-old Remions Washington of Detroit.
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Gino Vicci,
CBS News,
24 June 2026
So, many governments and corporations have interpreted the principle loosely, or even disregarded it entirely.
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Buket Altınçelep,
The Conversation,
12 June 2026
Fines could be issued to both organizations and members of the public who disregarded the measures, though the rollout was designed to be gradual to allow time for adjustment.
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Encyclopedia Britannica,
29 May 2026
Here, too, CDOT disregarded the objections of many residents as the agency previewed its plans during very limited neighborhood meetings and Zoom calls.
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Chicago Tribune,
28 May 2026
Bill Gourgey,
Popular Science,
2 July 2026
Reporters disregarded that request in their questions for Iran's head coach, Amir Ghalenoei.
—
Callie Fin,
USA Today,
26 June 2026
Daniel also quizzed Saulter on his personal relationship with Garcia’s family, but the exchange was disregarded after an objection from prosecutors.
—
Lillie Davidson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
24 June 2026
The same way that former rules were disregarded with a signature, a new set could easily be ushered in under new leadership.
—
Caleb Jacobs,
The Drive,
24 June 2026
When the driver reached the intersection of 8 Mile and Schoenherr, authorities say the driver disregarded a red light and struck another vehicle, which was stopped at the intersection and occupied by a 48-year-old Remions Washington of Detroit.
—
Gino Vicci,
CBS News,
24 June 2026
So, many governments and corporations have interpreted the principle loosely, or even disregarded it entirely.
—
Buket Altınçelep,
The Conversation,
12 June 2026
Fines could be issued to both organizations and members of the public who disregarded the measures, though the rollout was designed to be gradual to allow time for adjustment.
—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
29 May 2026
Here, too, CDOT disregarded the objections of many residents as the agency previewed its plans during very limited neighborhood meetings and Zoom calls.
—
Chicago Tribune,
28 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for disregarded
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The likely architect of that plot was Lyonel’s own scheming son, Larys, whom Simon openly despised.
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Golf Channel’s Brandel Chamblee once put it this way about why some golfer tirades add character while others are despised.
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Their food might be the first mention in Talat’s many accolades, but their bar program can’t be ignored.
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Not only were the rules misapplied, according to an expert referee with years of elite experience, but similar plays during this tournament have been ignored.
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From rolling vineyards to lush river valleys, high limestone bluffs to some pretty great lakes, this region of the United States is often overlooked.
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In fact, Smith has long argued that the NFL has overlooked Black candidates at those positions because of racial bias.
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Interviewed following his win on ESPN, the 42-year-old Chestnut dismissed, more or less, the impact of today’s 92 degree New York heat on the proceedings.
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The nonprofit, which alleged the county violated the Surplus Lands Act by not first exploring affordable-housing development at the site, still has not dismissed its lawsuit.
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“Disregarded.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/disregarded. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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