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
Rob Haskell, Vogue, 20 Oct. 2025
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
Saman Shafiq, USA Today, 31 Oct. 2025
This rule would also change the way the EPA considers risk to workers in regards to toxic chemicals.
—Jasmine Laws, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Oct. 2025
Now that their legendary predecessors have gained high regards in their own right, these younger kin are blazing their own trails.
—Mya Abraham, VIBE.com, 27 Oct. 2025
No guarantees are made with regards to results or financial gain.
—Lillian Metzmeier, Louisville Courier Journal, 27 Oct. 2025
An Amazon spokesman told the Daily News that the documents being referenced don’t tell the whole story with regards to its overall personnel plan.
—Brian Niemietz, Mercury News, 23 Oct. 2025
The only opinion that really matters in regards to me being a father is that of my wife and my kids.
—Okla Jones, Essence, 21 Oct. 2025
In many regards, the evenings feel like a comfortable jam session with friends.
—Mark Gray, PEOPLE, 20 Oct. 2025
Much of her content is focused on safety in regards to sun exposure.
—James Manso, Footwear News, 17 Oct. 2025
Verb
At 43, Vaccarello regards himself—proudly—as a designer of the old school.
—Rob Haskell, Vogue, 20 Oct. 2025
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
Noun
No guarantees are made with regards to results or financial gain.
—Saman Shafiq, USA Today, 31 Oct. 2025
This rule would also change the way the EPA considers risk to workers in regards to toxic chemicals.
—Jasmine Laws, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Oct. 2025
Now that their legendary predecessors have gained high regards in their own right, these younger kin are blazing their own trails.
—Mya Abraham, VIBE.com, 27 Oct. 2025
No guarantees are made with regards to results or financial gain.
—Lillian Metzmeier, Louisville Courier Journal, 27 Oct. 2025
An Amazon spokesman told the Daily News that the documents being referenced don’t tell the whole story with regards to its overall personnel plan.
—Brian Niemietz, Mercury News, 23 Oct. 2025
The only opinion that really matters in regards to me being a father is that of my wife and my kids.
—Okla Jones, Essence, 21 Oct. 2025
In many regards, the evenings feel like a comfortable jam session with friends.
—Mark Gray, PEOPLE, 20 Oct. 2025
Much of her content is focused on safety in regards to sun exposure.
—James Manso, Footwear News, 17 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for regards
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Objects Are Mirrors Don’t describe a room — describe what that character notices in that room.—
JD Barker,
Rolling Stone,
3 Nov. 2025
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During the clip, the owner notices a large chunk has been ripped (or bitten) out of the flooring, and there’s only one suspect hovering around nearby.—
Alyce Collins,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 Oct. 2025
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Precedents for pardon Maidstone’s campaign follows similar efforts elsewhere in the United Kingdom to confront historical injustices.—
James Frater,
CNN Money,
31 Oct. 2025
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Gretchen follows many unsavory characters on Instagram, including Tucker Carlson, Joe Rogan, and Ben Carson.—
Brian Moylan,
Vulture,
31 Oct. 2025
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These differing border definitions mean Croatia lays claim to land on the eastern bank of the Danube — territory Serbia considers its own.—
Richard Collett,
CNN Money,
29 Oct. 2025
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Neurodivergent is an umbrella term that describes people whose way of processing information is different from what society considers normal, according to Nick Walker, a psychology professor at the California Institute of Integral Studies.—
Ayana Archie,
NPR,
29 Oct. 2025
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Freedom of speech carries a responsibility to exercise it in a manner that respects the safety and rights of others.—
Dan Gooding,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Oct. 2025
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Carl Banks, one of the team’s best defensive players of all time, recently called out Lawrence, saying no one in the league respects him anymore.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
29 Oct. 2025
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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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Still, the team notes that the real world adds complexity.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
4 Nov. 2025
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María del Carmen Eugenia Reyes Ruiz, professor at the National Autonomous University of Mexico, notes that the celebration differs throughout Mexico.—
Rocío Muñoz-Ledo,
CNN Money,
3 Nov. 2025
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Still in its early stages, Montgomery Steppe’s proposal calls for free medical care, including prescription drugs, to be provided to people who lose Medi-Cal benefits or face ineligibility under new rules for Medicaid.—
Lucas Robinson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
5 Nov. 2025
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Trump calls Mamdani a communist and said the federal government can’t afford to throw good money after bad if he is elected.—
Eduardo Cuevas,
USA Today,
4 Nov. 2025
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After the transformation's big reveal, Ramsey admires the bar's new decor.—
Tovia Smith,
NPR,
24 Oct. 2025
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But Netflix is also trying to sign influencers, and telling thousands of prospective partners that the company admires the tech currently gunning for their jobs doesn’t seem likely to play well either.—
Steven Zeitchik,
HollywoodReporter,
22 Oct. 2025
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“Regards.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/regards. Accessed 6 Nov. 2025.
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