1
as in to notice
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 to note
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 to consider
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 to respect
to think very highly or favorably of
an astronomer who is highly regarded by his peers
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as in to anticipate
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 respect
a feeling of great approval and liking
I have a deep regard for humanitarian aid workers who risk everything to help the poor
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as in glimpse
an instance of looking especially briefly
flashed the young man an imperial regard that clearly indicated such behavior was out of line
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4
as in greetings
regards plural
best wishes
give your parents my regards
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5
as in gaze
a fixed intent look
fixed the same magisterial regard on all the miscreants who appeared before her in court
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as in look
archaic
the outward form of someone or something especially as indicative of a quality
Lord Warwick's noble regard and gallant demeanor set the innocent maid's heart aflutter
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Recent Examples of regard
Matthew Chance, CNN Money, 14 Aug. 2025
So, suffice to say, there is imminent concern regarding the entry of the National Guard in Black communities.
—Raisa Habersham, Miami Herald, 14 Aug. 2025
Conor O'Neill, New York Times, 12 Aug. 2025
What goes around, comes around, especially with regard to interior design.
—Quincy Bulin, Southern Living, 10 Aug. 2025
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But so far there’s been little sign of real compromise from the Kremlin, which regards itself as having the upper hand on the grinding Ukrainian battlefield.
—Matthew Chance, CNN Money, 14 Aug. 2025
So, suffice to say, there is imminent concern regarding the entry of the National Guard in Black communities.
—Raisa Habersham, Miami Herald, 14 Aug. 2025
Noun
He’s made some progress in that regard, as shown in The Athletic’s playstyle wheel below.
—Conor O'Neill, New York Times, 12 Aug. 2025
What goes around, comes around, especially with regard to interior design.
—Quincy Bulin, Southern Living, 10 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for regard
Verb
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Radhi, an Ayurvedic enthusiast, noticed Jay’s sweet tooth was something deeper than an occasional craving.—
Omaid Homayun,
Forbes.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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In the meantime, both Hulu and Disney+ are available as stand-alone apps or to purchase as a package As viewers may have noticed, several shows have become streamable on both platforms over the last few years.—
Caroline Blair,
People.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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This is not a list of Heisman hopefuls, though at least of few among the players noted below will likely be right in the thick of the conversation.—
Tom Layberger,
Forbes.com,
19 Aug. 2025
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Officers noted the smell of alcohol and requested that Allsop take a field sobriety test.—
Andrea Margolis , Brooke Curto,
FOXNews.com,
19 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Intersex people have variations in chromosomes, hormone levels or anatomy that differ from what’s considered typical for male and female bodies.—
Lisa Song,
ProPublica,
7 Aug. 2025
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As Rolling Stone has previously reported, Trump administration officials have considered everything from sending in special-ops soldiers to assassinate cartel leaders to using drones or other military aircraft to conduct air strikes on cartel infrastructure and drug labs.—
Jesse Hyde,
Rolling Stone,
7 Aug. 2025
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It is understood the individual has asked not to be identified and that producers are respecting those wishes.—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
15 Aug. 2025
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That what their songs added up to was a full-scale vision of the ins and outs of love and loss and romance and pain and desire and fulfillment, told entirely from a woman’s point of view, is part of the reason their genius wasn’t fully recognized and respected.—
Owen Gleiberman,
Variety,
15 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Moreover, the company anticipates a net loss of around $125 million in Q1, substantially higher than the net loss of $72.59 million from the same quarter last year.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
12 Aug. 2025
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While the Louisville plant expansion will initially employ fewer workers than currently, Ford anticipates future growth and no layoffs, with some workers potentially taking buyouts or transferring.—
Olivia Evans,
The Courier-Journal,
12 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Opinion polls have consistently shown him as the most popular Palestinian politician, and his time in prison has only increased the admiration in which he is held by Palestinians.—
Abeer Salman,
CNN Money,
15 Aug. 2025
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Alonso has only played for the Mets and has consistently talked about his admiration for the team.—
Aaliyan Mohammed,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 Aug. 2025
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The unexpected adverse media campaign that was launched by those who resigned on 24 March 2025 has caused incalculable damage and offers a glimpse of the unacceptable behaviors displayed in private.—
Stephanie Nolasco,
FOXNews.com,
6 Aug. 2025
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The unexpected adverse media campaign that was launched by those who resigned on 24 March 2025 has caused incalculable damage and offers a glimpse of the unacceptable behaviours displayed in private.—
Emily Blackwood,
People.com,
6 Aug. 2025
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Candidates complete a detailed questionnaire covering their background, litigation history, writing samples, and references — including adversaries and judges.—
Muhammad U. Faridi,
New York Daily News,
17 Aug. 2025
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Their franchises became universal references: the September issue, the Swimsuit Issue, the person of the year, the Playboy centerfold, the New Yorker cartoon.—
Leah Asmelash,
CNN Money,
16 Aug. 2025
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“Regard.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/regard. Accessed 22 Aug. 2025.
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