in respect to

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Definition of in respect tonext

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of in respect to My intention is to promote public education in respect to proper irrigation, water conservation, stormwater protection and best practices. — Orlando Sentinel Staff, The Orlando Sentinel, 13 Oct. 2026 The conclusion is often debatable, but not in respect to one major municipal project. — Business Columnist, Los Angeles Times, 20 Aug. 2026 But this is more important, in respect to the extinction crisis and the role the reptile trade plays in the global wildlife and exotic animal trade. — Stephen Schaefer, Boston Herald, 6 Aug. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for in respect to
Phrase
  • That’s in Congress, in the Supreme Court, and with respect to this administration.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 8 Nov. 2026
  • Current shareholders do not need to take any action with respect to the transfer, the company said.
    — Michael Wayland, CNBC, 27 Oct. 2026
Phrase
  • His largely disappointing tenure ended when the Clippers had to forfeit five first-round draft picks and were fined $30 million for circumventing salary cap rules in regard to how Leonard was compensated.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 3 Nov. 2026
  • There hasn’t been much to be excited about in Boulder in regard to the Colorado Buffaloes’ football program lately.
    — Scott Thompson OutKick, FOXNews.com, 31 Oct. 2026

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“In respect to.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/in%20respect%20to. Accessed 14 Nov. 2026.

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