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as in despises
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 ignores
to fail to give proper attention to
disregarded the posted warnings of avalanche danger and went skiing anyway
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as in forgives
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 disregards
Who covets the Panama Canal, seeks to turn this international waterway — meant to remain permanently neutral — into its own territory, and disregards the sovereignty of regional countries?
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ABC News, 29 Apr. 2026
Helmed by Executive Chef Elly Wentworth (a one-to-watch having shimmied over from stalwart restaurant, the Angel in Dartmouth), Fowlescombe’s kitchen disregards old-world hotel dining with its stiff formalities, along with the frothy alchemy of the Michelin set.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
Allowing others to walk through these spaces as part of a Family Night event diminishes that reality and disregards their humanity.
—Michelle Begin, Washington Post, 15 Apr. 2026
Today, a president disregards assessments that proved to be right, and the predictable comes to pass.
—Shane Harris, The Atlantic, 5 Apr. 2026
In the letter, Wicker said the facility would not generate economic return, would place significant strain on local resources and disregards the concerns of the community.
—Jack Armstrong, Memphis Commercial Appeal, 6 Feb. 2026
If Congress fails to impeach, convict and remove a president who so plainly disregards constitutional limits, our democracy may not survive the damage.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 5 Feb. 2026
Blaming school choice is a convenient response that disregards the reality of the situation.
—Patricia Levesque, The Orlando Sentinel, 16 Jan. 2026
Yet, the Puerto Rican government has taken a celebratory stance that disregards the pain of thousands who are still awaiting justice.
—MSNBC Newsweek, 16 Oct. 2025
ABC News, 29 Apr. 2026
Helmed by Executive Chef Elly Wentworth (a one-to-watch having shimmied over from stalwart restaurant, the Angel in Dartmouth), Fowlescombe’s kitchen disregards old-world hotel dining with its stiff formalities, along with the frothy alchemy of the Michelin set.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
Allowing others to walk through these spaces as part of a Family Night event diminishes that reality and disregards their humanity.
—Michelle Begin, Washington Post, 15 Apr. 2026
Today, a president disregards assessments that proved to be right, and the predictable comes to pass.
—Shane Harris, The Atlantic, 5 Apr. 2026
In the letter, Wicker said the facility would not generate economic return, would place significant strain on local resources and disregards the concerns of the community.
—Jack Armstrong, Memphis Commercial Appeal, 6 Feb. 2026
If Congress fails to impeach, convict and remove a president who so plainly disregards constitutional limits, our democracy may not survive the damage.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 5 Feb. 2026
Blaming school choice is a convenient response that disregards the reality of the situation.
—Patricia Levesque, The Orlando Sentinel, 16 Jan. 2026
Yet, the Puerto Rican government has taken a celebratory stance that disregards the pain of thousands who are still awaiting justice.
—MSNBC Newsweek, 16 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for disregards
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Though Brigitta despises him, Maria shelters him.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
1 Apr. 2026
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This brief funk is broken when Clay comes home to find his mother — who, like everyone else in their backwoods local area, despises their stunts — watching an old movie on TV.—
Damon Wise,
Deadline,
18 Mar. 2026
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Criminalization also ignores the realities of mental health and poverty.—
Shianne LeClaire,
Hartford Courant,
17 May 2026
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One brave man ignores a greeting.—
Sophie Monks Kaufman,
IndieWire,
16 May 2026
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While The Pitt forgives and empathizes with Robby’s flaws, Robby is not called on to extend that empathy to others.—
Kathryn VanArendonk,
Vulture,
17 Apr. 2026
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There is no blanket federal program that automatically forgives credit card debt simply because someone is a veteran.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
3 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Étienne, however, never forgets his first tussle in the woods with Bartosz (Julian Swiezewski), a Polish trucker who saves his lover’s skin when the cops show up to arrest them and other men for indecent behavior.—
Jordan Mintzer,
HollywoodReporter,
16 May 2026
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But what if the goalie forgets to do that or doesn’t keep an eye on the clock?—
Matt Reigle OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
13 May 2026
Verb
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For Nanos, much of the public criticism overlooks the realities of how complex criminal investigations unfold, especially when detectives are intentionally withholding information to protect the integrity of the case.—
Danielle Bacher,
PEOPLE,
14 May 2026
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The view from the bar overlooks the harbor and several boats.—
Richard Guzman,
Daily News,
13 May 2026
Verb
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But experts said this categorization neglects key hormonal and metabolic components of the condition.—
Jenna Anderson,
Health,
13 May 2026
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And a state that neglects a part of its own body cannot prosper.—
Kaitlyn Schallhorn,
Oc Register,
4 May 2026
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“Disregards.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/disregards. Accessed 23 May. 2026.
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