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 | [email protected], al, 8 Aug. 2019
Austin Perry Outkick, FOXNews.com, 20 June 2026
The visit is part of Islamabad’s ongoing efforts regarding Iranian-US negotiations, Tasnim reported.
—Caitlin Danaher, CNN Money, 20 June 2026
The Bucks owner set a deadline of the draft day to make a decision regarding Giannis Antetokounmpo.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 20 June 2026
After an eight-day trial, a former El Dorado County resident was found guilty Thursday in a federal case regarding a series of fraudulent schemes.
—Corey Schmidt, Sacbee.com, 20 June 2026
That alarming incident ignited significant debate within the MMA community regarding the safety and ethics of extreme weight-cutting.
—Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 20 June 2026
Exclude from settlement, which allows a customer to sue Avis regarding the claims in the lawsuit.
—Greta Cross, USA Today, 20 June 2026
Be sure to follow the product directions regarding the soap to water ratio.
—Kate Van Pelt, The Spruce, 20 June 2026
On Saturday, Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei was quoted by state media as saying that caution was needed regarding the timing of signing any deal.
—Laya Neelakandan, CNBC, 13 June 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 | [email protected], al, 8 Aug. 2019
Verb
After their convincing wins over Paraguay and Australia that sent them on to the knockout rounds, however, many are starting to readjust their expectations regarding the ceiling of this squad.
—Austin Perry Outkick, FOXNews.com, 20 June 2026
The visit is part of Islamabad’s ongoing efforts regarding Iranian-US negotiations, Tasnim reported.
—Caitlin Danaher, CNN Money, 20 June 2026
The Bucks owner set a deadline of the draft day to make a decision regarding Giannis Antetokounmpo.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 20 June 2026
After an eight-day trial, a former El Dorado County resident was found guilty Thursday in a federal case regarding a series of fraudulent schemes.
—Corey Schmidt, Sacbee.com, 20 June 2026
That alarming incident ignited significant debate within the MMA community regarding the safety and ethics of extreme weight-cutting.
—Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 20 June 2026
Exclude from settlement, which allows a customer to sue Avis regarding the claims in the lawsuit.
—Greta Cross, USA Today, 20 June 2026
Be sure to follow the product directions regarding the soap to water ratio.
—Kate Van Pelt, The Spruce, 20 June 2026
On Saturday, Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei was quoted by state media as saying that caution was needed regarding the timing of signing any deal.
—Laya Neelakandan, CNBC, 13 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for regarding
Adjective
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On the sustainability front, Jnane Rumi maintains organic gardens and green spaces (using water-saving systems to be mindful of the desert environment) and supplies the restaurant with seasonal and locally sourced ingredients.—
Elizabeth Cantrell,
Travel + Leisure,
21 June 2026
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Extravagant and chronically in debt – at one point to the tune of (in today’s money) 65 million sterling – George IV was mindful of public approval.—
Guy Martin,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2026
Preposition
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Fed independence concerns tempered There was much speculation about how Warsh rejoining the Fed as chair would affect the institution’s independence before his first meeting.—
Rachel Barber,
USA Today,
21 June 2026
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The founding story Parsis tell about their arrival in India dates back centuries.—
Rhea Mogul,
CNN Money,
21 June 2026
Verb
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Royd and Maribel Lemus, co-owners of Royd’s at Gateway Farms and Nursery, expanded their farm to offer home-style Cuban food, juices, a mechanical bull, petting zoos, and gathering a space after noticing people were eager to spend time outside after the pandemic.—
Delia Rose Sauer,
Miami Herald,
19 June 2026
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Every moment of noticing interrupts the automatic stream of thinking and reconnects you with the present moment.—
Bryan Robinson,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2026
Verb
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Even more lore is on the way when House of the Dragon returns for season 3 on June 21 following season 2's bloody end.—
Skyler Trepel,
PEOPLE,
22 June 2026
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The threat to Starmer's premiership has been building for months following bruising defeats for his party in May local and regional elections.—
Kim Hjelmgaard,
USA Today,
22 June 2026
Verb
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The Fort Worth City Council is considering a slate of changes to its development codes to protect residents from the negative effects of data center development while still capturing some economic benefit for the city.—
Harrison Mantas,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
18 June 2026
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The traffic of commercial vessels will immediately start, in considering the need for removing the technical and military obstacles and demining by the Islamic Republic of Iran, will be instated within 30 days.—
Shelby Talcott,
semafor.com,
17 June 2026
Verb
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Iran has set the bar high, and keeps raising it, by tying any final accord to a full Israeli withdrawal from Lebanon, framed in the text of the agreement as respecting Lebanon’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.—
Hamidreza Azizi,
Time,
19 June 2026
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One of the most important things for them, beyond respecting the characters, was the look.—
Destiny Jackson,
Deadline,
18 June 2026
Verb
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In Spring 2024, Hollywood headed into the IATSE negotiations anticipating another potential work stoppage.—
Chris O'Falt,
IndieWire,
18 June 2026
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There was the irony of starting with a tune anticipating the end, and literally just before the start of summer.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
15 June 2026
Adjective
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Meanwhile, Ana Hernandez, a Pico Gardens resident, is wary of stakeholders behind the BID proposal.—
Alejandra Molina,
Los Angeles Times,
20 June 2026
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Travelers, beware jet skis in the Bahamas Travelers are being warned to be wary of jet ski excursions in the Bahamas, a popular cruise and vacation destination for Americans.—
Robert Abitbol,
USA Today,
20 June 2026
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