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as in noticed
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 noted
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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as in considered
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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as in admired
to think very highly or favorably of
an astronomer who is highly regarded by his peers
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as in anticipated
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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Recent Examples of regarded
Nataliya Gumenyuk, Foreign Affairs, 29 Aug. 2025
Stephen Tave, Fortune, 5 Nov. 2025
Japan has punched above its weight on the global cultural stage for generations, but Hollywood studios have long regarded the country as one of the world’s most challenging places to shoot.
—Patrick Brzeski, HollywoodReporter, 5 Nov. 2025
The two contributed to a decade widely regarded as the Dead’s most adventurous, playing in the band from 1971 to 1979, and appearing on the quintessential live album Europe ‘72.
—Shirley Halperin, Rolling Stone, 5 Nov. 2025
Drew Brees is widely regarded as one of the best quarterbacks to ever play in the NFL.
—Mark Kern, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2025
It could be regarded as the first bestselling business book.
—Big Think, 5 Nov. 2025
Harrison was widely regarded as the top wide receiver of a stacked class that included Malik Nabers and Rome Odunze, but those two have since jumped Harrison in many rankings.
—Ryan Morik, FOXNews.com, 4 Nov. 2025
Potential Side Effects and Considerations Creatine is generally regarded as safe for the average healthy adult, but excess consumption may lead to negative side effects.
—Chelsea Rae Bourgeois, Health, 4 Nov. 2025
They’re now regarded as part of the mainstream.
—Damon Wise, Deadline, 29 Oct. 2025
Adjective
This has created a situation in which the most highly regarded and resourceful units can bring in more recruits, and their ability to do so has become a measure of success as other units struggle for manpower.
—Nataliya Gumenyuk, Foreign Affairs, 29 Aug. 2025
Verb
Vocational schools were regarded as an afterthought, a last-ditch option, offering vastly less prestige than traditional universities, particularly vaunted Ivy League institutions.
—Stephen Tave, Fortune, 5 Nov. 2025
Japan has punched above its weight on the global cultural stage for generations, but Hollywood studios have long regarded the country as one of the world’s most challenging places to shoot.
—Patrick Brzeski, HollywoodReporter, 5 Nov. 2025
The two contributed to a decade widely regarded as the Dead’s most adventurous, playing in the band from 1971 to 1979, and appearing on the quintessential live album Europe ‘72.
—Shirley Halperin, Rolling Stone, 5 Nov. 2025
Drew Brees is widely regarded as one of the best quarterbacks to ever play in the NFL.
—Mark Kern, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2025
It could be regarded as the first bestselling business book.
—Big Think, 5 Nov. 2025
Harrison was widely regarded as the top wide receiver of a stacked class that included Malik Nabers and Rome Odunze, but those two have since jumped Harrison in many rankings.
—Ryan Morik, FOXNews.com, 4 Nov. 2025
Potential Side Effects and Considerations Creatine is generally regarded as safe for the average healthy adult, but excess consumption may lead to negative side effects.
—Chelsea Rae Bourgeois, Health, 4 Nov. 2025
They’re now regarded as part of the mainstream.
—Damon Wise, Deadline, 29 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for regarded
Verb
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One day, Mae noticed Gracie was looking a little larger than usual.—
Jack Beresford,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Oct. 2025
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The following day, the company noticed suspicious activity on its own network.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
24 Oct. 2025
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The judge also noted she had not previously been told a mechanic had worked on the car, and also the government has given at least two different accounts of who approved the car’s removal to Maine.—
Omar Jimenez,
CNN Money,
6 Nov. 2025
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As Morosi noted, a move with the Phillies almost makes too much sense.—
Andrew Wright,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Moore said that while any and all legal options will be considered, the group's main focus will be on advocacy for pretrial services and other programming that can keep people out of jail.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
3 Nov. 2025
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Those employees are considered essential and have continued working without pay.—
Zach Wichter,
USA Today,
2 Nov. 2025
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Venus Williams has long been admired for her grace, athleticism, and quiet confidence both on and off the tennis court.—
Elizabeth Ayoola,
Essence,
4 Nov. 2025
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Even the house’s actual residents were the right types—one was a post-punk musician Trier admired.—
Margaret Talbot,
New Yorker,
3 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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Providing a customer signature experience means a valued and distinctive experience for your customers based on the foundational elements of expert guidance, confidence in the project schedule and appreciation of their business.—
Pamela Kan,
Forbes,
1 Aug. 2022
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This especially applies to their most valued and essential employees.—
Phil Blair,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
8 Dec. 2021
Verb
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The couple were spotted seated in the front row behind home plate, ahead of baseball icon Sandy Koufax.—
Ashley Hume,
FOXNews.com,
3 Nov. 2025
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The teamup comes on the heels of Smith being spotted playing solitaire on his phone during game 4 of the NBA finals, Oklahoma City vs the Indiana Pacers, in June 2025.—
Jennifer Maas,
Variety,
3 Nov. 2025
Verb
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The strikes ended when the WGA reached an agreement with the AMPTP in September 2023, followed by SAG-AFTRA that November.—
Glenn Garner,
Deadline,
2 Nov. 2025
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Frank followed the exact same path with Brentford but, crucially, was the club’s first-choice following Postecoglou’s dismissal two weeks after winning the Europa League final.—
Jay Harris,
New York Times,
2 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Contemporary managers, executives and umpires will be considered in December 2026, while classic era candidates will be viewed in December 2027.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
3 Nov. 2025
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The film is built around the mythology of the evil eye, a superstition that is prevalent not only in Greece but throughout the Balkans and the wider region, where blue-eyed individuals — a genetic rarity — were traditionally viewed with fear and suspicion.—
Christopher Vourlias,
Variety,
3 Nov. 2025
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“Regarded.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/regarded. Accessed 6 Nov. 2025.
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