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
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
Therefore, Xpeng regards massive computing capability as the foundation for higher levels of autonomous driving, including future L3 and even L4 functions.
—Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 14 Sep. 2025
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
No guarantees are made with regards to results or financial gain.
—Jacob Camenker, USA Today, 12 Oct. 2025
China’s State Administration of Market Regulation (SAMR) said that Qualcomm is suspected of violating the country’s anti-monopoly law in regards to its acquisition of Israeli firm Autotalks.
—Arjun Kharpal, CNBC, 10 Oct. 2025
Nothing has been formally greenlit yet in regards to Tangled.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 9 Oct. 2025
Experts and business owners told with regards to the retail sector that raising prices to cope with long-term inflationary trends and recent pressures is a difficult balancing act—that while potentially necessary to protect profitability, risks alienating increasingly budget-conscious consumers.
—Hugh Cameron, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Oct. 2025
Verb
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
Therefore, Xpeng regards massive computing capability as the foundation for higher levels of autonomous driving, including future L3 and even L4 functions.
—Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 14 Sep. 2025
Noun
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
No guarantees are made with regards to results or financial gain.
—Jacob Camenker, USA Today, 12 Oct. 2025
China’s State Administration of Market Regulation (SAMR) said that Qualcomm is suspected of violating the country’s anti-monopoly law in regards to its acquisition of Israeli firm Autotalks.
—Arjun Kharpal, CNBC, 10 Oct. 2025
Nothing has been formally greenlit yet in regards to Tangled.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 9 Oct. 2025
Experts and business owners told with regards to the retail sector that raising prices to cope with long-term inflationary trends and recent pressures is a difficult balancing act—that while potentially necessary to protect profitability, risks alienating increasingly budget-conscious consumers.
—Hugh Cameron, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for regards
Verb
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Once Ashley sends over everything they were given on the lawyer, Bradley notices the name of a familiar company all over it — the same one Earl, Cory’s favorite fixer, worked for.—
Maggie Fremont,
Vulture,
8 Oct. 2025
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At the end of their version of Cinderella, the tragic stepsisters cut off the backs of their heels to try to fit into the glass slipper; the prince only notices the deception when their stockings fill with blood.—
Elisabeth Sherman,
Parents,
3 Oct. 2025
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Anything else should be treated as the equivalent of the God-of-the-gaps argument, and what follows is an explanation as to why.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
16 Oct. 2025
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Based on Devantez’s award-winning 2020 short film of the same name, which was a SXSW official selection and won Best Comedy at the HollyShorts Film Festival, Basic follows Gloria (Park) and Nick (Smith), who go through a painful breakup.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
16 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The knowledge is inspiration and ammunition for the war that D considers modern music.—
Touré,
Rolling Stone,
14 Oct. 2025
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Cecilia Strömblad Brännsten, head of resource use and circularity at H&M, said working with Circ and Lenzing provides a better way forward as the apparel purveyor considers its production strategies.—
Meghan Hall,
Sourcing Journal,
14 Oct. 2025
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Both Palmer and Mo cite Dancing With the Stars as an example of a program that’s caught up to the demand for digital stars — one that respects (and rewards) social media followings.—
McKinley Franklin,
HollywoodReporter,
17 Oct. 2025
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LeBron James, a generational bridge, appears as one Iverson respects for versatility and longevity.—
Preezy Brown,
VIBE.com,
9 Oct. 2025
Verb
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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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In place of that information, the administration now only notes that the Legislature approved $276 million in this year’s state budget for the shelter system, as well as the average amount spent on families in shelter each week and the total amount of cash spent from a shelter reserve fund.—
Matthew Medsger,
Boston Herald,
13 Oct. 2025
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Kirsten Eddy, a senior researcher at Pew Research Center who specializes in news and information habits, notes that the internet and social media have changed people’s attitudes toward information.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
13 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The impact of individual protests and boycotts is difficult to measure, but Israeli producers and filmmakers agree that calls to isolate the Israeli industry have been broadly successful.—
Scott Roxborough,
HollywoodReporter,
14 Oct. 2025
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That calls for a little extra creativity from its mom — and the movie’s narrator (Emilia Clarke) — who wriggles her mandibles and gets to work embellishing upon what Dahl imagined.—
Peter Debruge,
Variety,
14 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Known for his comic relief, zany ways of thinking, and cravings for bizarre foods, the audience admires his individuality and loyalty to Scooby.—
Lisa Stardust,
PEOPLE,
10 Oct. 2025
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The Thunder, who everyone admires?—
Eric Koreen,
New York Times,
2 Oct. 2025
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“Regards.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/regards. Accessed 19 Oct. 2025.
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