as in mindful
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Relevance
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as in concerning
having to do with
wanted to talk to the company's vice president regarding a new product line
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as in noticing
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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as in following
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 considering
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 respecting
to think very highly or favorably of
an astronomer who is highly regarded by his peers
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as in anticipating
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 regarding
Vivian Jones, Nashville Tennessean, 18 Oct. 2025
Was any decision made regarding reducing Partey’s media obligations?
—James McNicholas, New York Times, 11 July 2025
The tragedy is still under investigation but concerns have been raised regarding congested airspace and understaffed air traffic control facilities at Reagan National.
—Desiree Mathurin, Charlotte Observer, 5 Feb. 2025
Critics of the deal have cited concerns about the intentions of Nippon Steel regarding continuing domestic production, particularly in blast furnaces.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2024
This was encapsulated by Belichick’s response about why fans should be optimistic regarding next season.
—Christopher L. Gasper, BostonGlobe.com, 29 Mar. 2023
The feedback was good regarding Sanders coming out of summer workouts.
—Matt Zenitz | Mzenitz@al.com, al, 8 Aug. 2019
Jackson Thompson, FOXNews.com, 14 Jan. 2026
Slotkin is the second senator to face an investigation regarding the video.
—Washington Examiner Staff, The Washington Examiner, 14 Jan. 2026
If companies opted to change their practices regarding buybacks or compensation, a public filing or announcement is likely to follow the change.
—Amanda Gerut, Fortune, 13 Jan. 2026
The rollout of these drone delivery programs has been infrequent due to regulatory holdups regarding the safety of the technology, and the ability for drones to operate in poor weather conditions.
—Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 13 Jan. 2026
His profane postgame pep talk regarding the Packers cemented his status in Chi-town for many years to come, and the team seems to gain emotional momentum from his untethered tactics.
—Toby Mergler, New York Times, 13 Jan. 2026
The latest study is one of many published regarding space and health.
—Becca Longmire, PEOPLE, 13 Jan. 2026
The township is arguing that state law regarding government employee protections against lawsuits conflicts with federal court rulings.
—Laura A. Bischoff, Cincinnati Enquirer, 7 Jan. 2026
Currently, there are no specifics available regarding the size of area burned or the crew conducting the prescribed fire.
—Ca Wildfire Bot, Sacbee.com, 7 Jan. 2026
Preposition
Metro Police detectives are continuing to investigate the shooting, and are in contact with the District Attorney’s Office regarding charging decisions.
—Vivian Jones, Nashville Tennessean, 18 Oct. 2025
Was any decision made regarding reducing Partey’s media obligations?
—James McNicholas, New York Times, 11 July 2025
The tragedy is still under investigation but concerns have been raised regarding congested airspace and understaffed air traffic control facilities at Reagan National.
—Desiree Mathurin, Charlotte Observer, 5 Feb. 2025
Critics of the deal have cited concerns about the intentions of Nippon Steel regarding continuing domestic production, particularly in blast furnaces.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2024
This was encapsulated by Belichick’s response about why fans should be optimistic regarding next season.
—Christopher L. Gasper, BostonGlobe.com, 29 Mar. 2023
The feedback was good regarding Sanders coming out of summer workouts.
—Matt Zenitz | Mzenitz@al.com, al, 8 Aug. 2019
Verb
American Civil Liberties Union attorney Joshua Block walked away from questions regarding a recent statement by West Virginia Attorney General John McCuskey addressing allegations of harassment against Block's client, a transgender athlete from West Virginia.
—Jackson Thompson, FOXNews.com, 14 Jan. 2026
Slotkin is the second senator to face an investigation regarding the video.
—Washington Examiner Staff, The Washington Examiner, 14 Jan. 2026
If companies opted to change their practices regarding buybacks or compensation, a public filing or announcement is likely to follow the change.
—Amanda Gerut, Fortune, 13 Jan. 2026
The rollout of these drone delivery programs has been infrequent due to regulatory holdups regarding the safety of the technology, and the ability for drones to operate in poor weather conditions.
—Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 13 Jan. 2026
His profane postgame pep talk regarding the Packers cemented his status in Chi-town for many years to come, and the team seems to gain emotional momentum from his untethered tactics.
—Toby Mergler, New York Times, 13 Jan. 2026
The latest study is one of many published regarding space and health.
—Becca Longmire, PEOPLE, 13 Jan. 2026
The township is arguing that state law regarding government employee protections against lawsuits conflicts with federal court rulings.
—Laura A. Bischoff, Cincinnati Enquirer, 7 Jan. 2026
Currently, there are no specifics available regarding the size of area burned or the crew conducting the prescribed fire.
—Ca Wildfire Bot, Sacbee.com, 7 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for regarding
Adjective
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Levin took time to educate him about traffic safety and how to be a more mindful driver, Bushala said.—
Claire Wang,
Oc Register,
7 Jan. 2026
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If large stuck-on food chunks remain, carefully scrape them off with a razor blade, being mindful not to scratch the stovetop.—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
7 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Or noticing that your hands feel inexplicably stiff and swollen, making simple tasks like opening a jar or even typing feel unusually difficult.—
Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
5 Jan. 2026
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The second witness went inside for safety, then re-emerged, noticing the brothers were fighting, court records state.—
Post-Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Congressional hearings about the Abbey Gate attack began in March 2023, following initial investigations by the Department of Defense in late 2021.—
Alexandra Rockey Fleming,
PEOPLE,
14 Jan. 2026
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Kiefer Sutherland was arrested following an alleged altercation with a rideshare driver.—
Lori A Bashian,
FOXNews.com,
14 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Critics of Newsom, including San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan — now considering a run for governor as Newsom reaches his term limit in 2026 — were quick to pounce on the report.—
Ethan Varian,
Mercury News,
15 Jan. 2026
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That’s equivalent to $24 million, but considering the length of his service (which began in the 1960s), the amount pales in comparison to the annual incomes of William and Charles.—
Bailey Bujnosek,
InStyle,
14 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Practical courage lifts your finances as energetic Mars squares vulnerable Chiron in your 2nd House of Accounting, guiding you to spend wisely while respecting personal values.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
13 Jan. 2026
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The royal may have been respecting common hospital policy to keep jewelry to a minimum to reduce the spread of germs.—
Janine Henni,
PEOPLE,
8 Jan. 2026
Verb
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However, some legal experts and investors are anticipating a partial or full refutation of the president’s IEEPA tariffs, as the justices showed skepticism during arguments about the president’s authority to levy such taxes without Congressional approval.—
Jake Angelo,
Fortune,
8 Jan. 2026
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Her 17-year-old child was anticipating her graduation from Lafayette High School in August.—
Sam Gillette,
PEOPLE,
8 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Hamilton, wary of France’s descent into chaos and its aggressive wars, contended that treaties are contracts with specific regimes, not eternal bonds irrespective of change.—
Daniel Ross Goodman,
The Washington Examiner,
9 Jan. 2026
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As measles outbreaks flared up across the US last year, causing a record number of cases, Scott Thorpe kept a wary eye on Spartanburg County, South Carolina.—
Deidre McPhillips,
CNN Money,
8 Jan. 2026
Preposition
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At the event, his two daughters spoke about what Beam meant to them.—
Andrea Nakano,
CBS News,
11 Jan. 2026
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Additional information about his condition has not been released and the sheriff's department did not immediately respond to PEOPLE's request for additional comment.—
Paloma Chavez,
PEOPLE,
11 Jan. 2026
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“Regarding.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/regarding. Accessed 16 Jan. 2026.
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