disregards

present tense third-person singular of disregard
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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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Recent Examples of disregards Every message that disregards what a buyer has already revealed is a quiet act of betrayal. Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 23 July 2026 But attorneys for people seeking asylum say the law has long meant anyone arriving at a port of entry should be screened, and blocking arrivals disregards the nation’s ideals. ABC News, 25 June 2026 Bhattacharya said the test-negative design disregards data about people who were never hospitalized. Aria Bendix, NBC news, 23 June 2026 In some cases, the division is marked by rules or norms, which Trump characteristically disregards. Jonathan Chait, The Atlantic, 16 June 2026 Debbie Wasserman Schultz disregards criticism Longtime Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz is staying in the race to represent a historically Black Broward County congressional district — even after a public admonishment from state party Chair Nikki Fried. Claire Heddles, Miami Herald, 12 June 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 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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for disregards
Verb
  • But Kennedy despises the technology and has spread significant misinformation about mRNA technology.
    Beth Mole, ArsTechnica, 16 July 2026
  • Though Brigitta despises him, Maria shelters him.
    Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 1 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • Karl Buchholz, Broomfield Recent coverage of RTD’s budget and ridership crisis completely ignores the elephant in the room, public safety.
    DP Opinion, Denver Post, 2 Aug. 2026
  • Two things are always in motion, the agent's confidence and the person's trust, and an interface that ignores both will feel wrong long before anyone can say why.
    Ravi Palwe, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026
Verb
  • But Hannah, who sees his true good nature, forgives him.
    Kenneal Patterson, Vanity Fair, 22 May 2026
  • 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
Verb
  • The colleague who recalls the exact figure from a report read months ago, or the friend who never forgets a name out of habit— both register as sharp, and everyone else registers as scattered.
    Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 28 July 2026
  • Candace Owens, who often forgets that misogyny applies to her, too, chimed in on their behalf.
    Pat Beall, Sun Sentinel, 25 July 2026
Verb
  • This stunning Amalfi Coast boutique hotel overlooks the Tyrrhenian Sea, and guests can enjoy their complimentary meal on a serene terrace.
    Catherine Garcia, TheWeek, 3 Aug. 2026
  • The park recently expanded to incorporate the former Whirlpool and Devil’s Hole state parks, creating nearly five miles of continuous trails and overlooks along the Niagara Gorge.
    Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 2 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • But the directive conspicuously neglects to mention local air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions associated with data centers.
    Jeremy Hsu, ArsTechnica, 4 Aug. 2026
  • Nolan foregrounds the nobility that guides the character (his guilt, his dedication to his men, his yearning for his family) and neglects his wily cunning and egotism.
    Angelica Jade Bastién, Vulture, 27 July 2026

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“Disregards.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/disregards. Accessed 10 Aug. 2026.

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