1
as in notices
to make note of (something) through the use of one's eyes
she regarded him with astonishment when he announced he had gotten engaged
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2
as in follows
to take notice of and be guided by
as a traveler, you should regard the laws and customs of whatever country you are visiting
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3
as in considers
to think of in a particular way
I wouldn't regard that offhand comment as a serious threat to your personal safety
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4
as in respects
to think very highly or favorably of
an astronomer who is highly regarded by his peers
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5
as in factors (in or into)
to give consideration to (as unexpected circumstances or contingencies)
the judges regard the amount of effort and energy you put into the project in evaluating it
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as in congratulations
best wishes
give your parents my regards
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Recent Examples of regards
Rob Haskell, Vogue, 20 Oct. 2025
That was a great new whiskey, but Woodford Reserve’s version, while different in may regards, is also quite good.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 10 Oct. 2025
One of Russia's justifications for launching its war against Ukraine was to thwart Kyiv's ambitions to join NATO, which Moscow regards as a serious threat to its national security.
—Shane Croucher, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Oct. 2025
The weaknesses The big question in Carolina always regards the team’s high-end talent and until proven otherwise, that remains this team’s largest character flaw.
—The Athletic Nhl, New York Times, 2 Oct. 2025
The interview covered a wide range of topics – how Hamas now regards October 7, the fate of the remaining hostages in Gaza, the state of ceasefire negotiations and the future of a post-war Gaza.
—Jeremy Diamond, CNN Money, 26 Sep. 2025
The criminal case is likely to deepen concerns that the Justice Department under Attorney General Pam Bondi is being weaponized in pursuit of investigations and now prosecutions of public figures the president regards as his political enemies.
—Eric Tucker, Twin Cities, 25 Sep. 2025
Taken together, these videos offer a snapshot of a population that regards their olfactory existence with near-cosmic horror.
—Franklin Schneider, The Atlantic, 16 Sep. 2025
Both sides accuse each other of provocations and trespassing in incidents featuring use of water cannon, boat-ramming and maneuvers by China’s Coast Guard that the Philippines regards as dangerously close, as well as jets shadowing Philippine aircraft there.
—Reuters, NBC news, 16 Sep. 2025
Josh Meyer, USA Today, 23 Oct. 2025
No guarantees are made with regards to results or financial gain.
—Matthew Glowicki, Louisville Courier Journal, 22 Oct. 2025
The only opinion that really matters in regards to me being a father is that of my wife and my kids.
—Okla Jones, Essence, 21 Oct. 2025
In many regards, the evenings feel like a comfortable jam session with friends.
—Mark Gray, PEOPLE, 20 Oct. 2025
Much of her content is focused on safety in regards to sun exposure.
—James Manso, Footwear News, 17 Oct. 2025
The players, according to sources close to the squad, do not know what to expect with regards to Postecoglou’s future — there is a mood of uncertainty.
—Paul Taylor, New York Times, 16 Oct. 2025
Where do things stand in regards to your relationship with Mustard?
—Mackenzie Cummings-Grady, Billboard, 15 Oct. 2025
Residents could see action from the executive office in regards to the 2025 county property tax assessment cycle as early as next week, LeVota said.
—Ilana Arougheti
updated October 13, Kansas City Star, 13 Oct. 2025
Verb
At 43, Vaccarello regards himself—proudly—as a designer of the old school.
—Rob Haskell, Vogue, 20 Oct. 2025
That was a great new whiskey, but Woodford Reserve’s version, while different in may regards, is also quite good.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 10 Oct. 2025
One of Russia's justifications for launching its war against Ukraine was to thwart Kyiv's ambitions to join NATO, which Moscow regards as a serious threat to its national security.
—Shane Croucher, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Oct. 2025
The weaknesses The big question in Carolina always regards the team’s high-end talent and until proven otherwise, that remains this team’s largest character flaw.
—The Athletic Nhl, New York Times, 2 Oct. 2025
The interview covered a wide range of topics – how Hamas now regards October 7, the fate of the remaining hostages in Gaza, the state of ceasefire negotiations and the future of a post-war Gaza.
—Jeremy Diamond, CNN Money, 26 Sep. 2025
The criminal case is likely to deepen concerns that the Justice Department under Attorney General Pam Bondi is being weaponized in pursuit of investigations and now prosecutions of public figures the president regards as his political enemies.
—Eric Tucker, Twin Cities, 25 Sep. 2025
Taken together, these videos offer a snapshot of a population that regards their olfactory existence with near-cosmic horror.
—Franklin Schneider, The Atlantic, 16 Sep. 2025
Both sides accuse each other of provocations and trespassing in incidents featuring use of water cannon, boat-ramming and maneuvers by China’s Coast Guard that the Philippines regards as dangerously close, as well as jets shadowing Philippine aircraft there.
—Reuters, NBC news, 16 Sep. 2025
Noun
No guarantees are made with regards to results or financial gain.
—Josh Meyer, USA Today, 23 Oct. 2025
No guarantees are made with regards to results or financial gain.
—Matthew Glowicki, Louisville Courier Journal, 22 Oct. 2025
The only opinion that really matters in regards to me being a father is that of my wife and my kids.
—Okla Jones, Essence, 21 Oct. 2025
In many regards, the evenings feel like a comfortable jam session with friends.
—Mark Gray, PEOPLE, 20 Oct. 2025
Much of her content is focused on safety in regards to sun exposure.
—James Manso, Footwear News, 17 Oct. 2025
The players, according to sources close to the squad, do not know what to expect with regards to Postecoglou’s future — there is a mood of uncertainty.
—Paul Taylor, New York Times, 16 Oct. 2025
Where do things stand in regards to your relationship with Mustard?
—Mackenzie Cummings-Grady, Billboard, 15 Oct. 2025
Residents could see action from the executive office in regards to the 2025 county property tax assessment cycle as early as next week, LeVota said.
—Ilana Arougheti
updated October 13, Kansas City Star, 13 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for regards
Verb
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Messages posing as highway-toll, postal-fee or delivery notices direct recipients to fake payment sites.—
Bloomberg News,
Boston Herald,
19 Oct. 2025
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According to Wolff, not everyone who stops by for coffee notices them or chooses to engage, but many do.—
Diana Hubbell,
Saveur,
16 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Horimiya follows two high school teens, popular girl Hori and gloomy Miyamura, who grow close after agreeing to keep their home lives a secret from their peers.—
Nick Romano,
Entertainment Weekly,
23 Oct. 2025
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The follow-up to the uproarious La Dolce Vita, Fellini’s fantastical movie within a movie follows a film director who suffers a creative block during the production of his newest work.—
Erik Morse,
Vogue,
23 Oct. 2025
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Passmore reflects on Shakur’s life and considers how her story highlights the broader struggles and resilience of Black activists whose work is marginalized in mainstream histories.—
Fiction Non Fiction,
Literary Hub,
23 Oct. 2025
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Located at the southern end of the Strait of Malacca, a key shipping route connecting the Indian Ocean to the South China Sea, Singapore is an international maritime and shipping hub that considers maintaining open sea lines of communication paramount.—
Ryan Chan,
MSNBC Newsweek,
22 Oct. 2025
Verb
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But Xbox Studios is seemingly taking this development process seriously, with the entire team dedicated to producing something that not only respects the original but also expands upon it for a new, modern audience.—
Alyssa Mercante,
Rolling Stone,
24 Oct. 2025
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Andy Jassy, Ford’s Jim Farley, everyone really respects him.—
Fortune Editors,
Fortune,
22 Oct. 2025
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Take the quiz here … SECONDHAND SECRETS – Bargain hunter spots potential medieval treasures at thrift shop for $30.—
,
FOXNews.com,
9 Oct. 2025
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On his daily jog, Donald spots Lee heading to his car, stopping to scratch his back on the flagstone façade of Donald’s mistress’s house, right on schedule.—
Amanda Whiting,
Vulture,
8 Oct. 2025
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Robert Lunsford of the American Meteor Society notes that there will still be plenty of meteor activity after the peak starts, so there's no need to worry if clouds appear to ruin the show that first early morning show!—
Anthony Wood,
Space.com,
20 Oct. 2025
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The Antenna data also carries some asterisks, a Disney source notes.—
Alex Weprin,
HollywoodReporter,
20 Oct. 2025
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Additionally, the letter calls on Congressional support for the European Union to overturn its ban on Sulfuryl Fluoride, a pesticide used to fumigate Southern Yellow Pine wood chips on breakbulk cargo ships.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
21 Oct. 2025
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In the spirit of art imitating life, the episode calls attention to the proliferation of potentially toxic chemicals in the products many of us slather daily on our face, body and hair.—
Sandee LaMotte,
CNN Money,
21 Oct. 2025
Verb
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After the transformation's big reveal, Ramsey admires the bar's new decor.—
Tovia Smith,
NPR,
24 Oct. 2025
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But Netflix is also trying to sign influencers, and telling thousands of prospective partners that the company admires the tech currently gunning for their jobs doesn’t seem likely to play well either.—
Steven Zeitchik,
HollywoodReporter,
22 Oct. 2025
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“Regards.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/regards. Accessed 27 Oct. 2025.
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