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
Wyles Daniel, USA Today, 9 June 2026
Lynn regards his factional triumph as a fait accompli.
—Jonathan Chait, The Atlantic, 26 May 2026
Estevao regards himself as much a No 10 as a winger, and perhaps Pedro Neto could be effective more centrally, but Alejandro Garnacho and Jamie Gittens look less suitable for such a transition.
—Liam Twomey, New York Times, 17 May 2026
In other words, Sheep in the Box regards AI creations as just more things for society to fail, even if the Komotos do their best to be kind.
—Vulture, 17 May 2026
From new recruits to grizzled vets, every character in this film regards Maverick as both a relic and a god (sometimes in the same breath).
—David Ehrlich, IndieWire, 13 May 2026
Ilyich perceives that his family regards his suffering only as an inconvenience to them.
—Nicholas Dawidoff, New Yorker, 10 May 2026
The one substantiated allegation regards office culture and is not related to any of the more serious accusations of fiscal mismanagement.
—Jennah Pendleton, Sacbee.com, 30 Apr. 2026
Far too often this season, the six-time All-Star who regards himself as the best shooting big man in NBA history has become an afterthought in a Knicks offense that’s run largely through Jalen Brunson and Josh Hart.
—Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 26 Apr. 2026
Amy Davidson Sorkin, New Yorker, 9 June 2026
In some regards, Mace is no different given her previous criticisms of the president.
—Phillip M. Bailey, USA Today, 8 June 2026
Peak said the role drones play in improving officer safety and response times cannot be overstated, especially in regards to their utility as a de-escalation tool.
—Walker Armstrong, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 June 2026
Drake is the most successful musician on streaming platforms like Spotify and Apple Music in many regards.
—Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 6 June 2026
Sure, TravisMathew earned its stripes in men’s golf apparel, but the brand took a wholly different path in regards to the women’s lineup.
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 4 June 2026
Aiyuk also has a Santa Clara County warrant out for his arrest in regards to last December’s viral video of him speeding past Levi’s Stadium.
—Cam Inman, Mercury News, 4 June 2026
The Evanston Police Department did not immediately respond to a Pioneer Press request for comment regarding the current status of the officers involved and whether or not they were ever placed on leave in regards to the incident.
—Claire Murphy, Chicago Tribune, 3 June 2026
In the 18 months since, Chief of Police Kevin Freeman said the department has responded to around 625 calls for service — 134 of which occurred this calendar year — in regards to people camping or sleeping in public around the city.
—Jenna Ebbers, Kansas City Star, 3 June 2026
Verb
Mentor126 regards this as a useful lens for adaptive learning design, where AI may adjust difficulty, format, content, and pacing to help learners find their ‘flow,’ the productive learning zones during work tasks.
—Wyles Daniel, USA Today, 9 June 2026
Lynn regards his factional triumph as a fait accompli.
—Jonathan Chait, The Atlantic, 26 May 2026
Estevao regards himself as much a No 10 as a winger, and perhaps Pedro Neto could be effective more centrally, but Alejandro Garnacho and Jamie Gittens look less suitable for such a transition.
—Liam Twomey, New York Times, 17 May 2026
In other words, Sheep in the Box regards AI creations as just more things for society to fail, even if the Komotos do their best to be kind.
—Vulture, 17 May 2026
From new recruits to grizzled vets, every character in this film regards Maverick as both a relic and a god (sometimes in the same breath).
—David Ehrlich, IndieWire, 13 May 2026
Ilyich perceives that his family regards his suffering only as an inconvenience to them.
—Nicholas Dawidoff, New Yorker, 10 May 2026
The one substantiated allegation regards office culture and is not related to any of the more serious accusations of fiscal mismanagement.
—Jennah Pendleton, Sacbee.com, 30 Apr. 2026
Far too often this season, the six-time All-Star who regards himself as the best shooting big man in NBA history has become an afterthought in a Knicks offense that’s run largely through Jalen Brunson and Josh Hart.
—Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 26 Apr. 2026
Noun
Finny said with regards to Joe.
—Amy Davidson Sorkin, New Yorker, 9 June 2026
In some regards, Mace is no different given her previous criticisms of the president.
—Phillip M. Bailey, USA Today, 8 June 2026
Peak said the role drones play in improving officer safety and response times cannot be overstated, especially in regards to their utility as a de-escalation tool.
—Walker Armstrong, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 June 2026
Drake is the most successful musician on streaming platforms like Spotify and Apple Music in many regards.
—Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 6 June 2026
Sure, TravisMathew earned its stripes in men’s golf apparel, but the brand took a wholly different path in regards to the women’s lineup.
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 4 June 2026
Aiyuk also has a Santa Clara County warrant out for his arrest in regards to last December’s viral video of him speeding past Levi’s Stadium.
—Cam Inman, Mercury News, 4 June 2026
The Evanston Police Department did not immediately respond to a Pioneer Press request for comment regarding the current status of the officers involved and whether or not they were ever placed on leave in regards to the incident.
—Claire Murphy, Chicago Tribune, 3 June 2026
In the 18 months since, Chief of Police Kevin Freeman said the department has responded to around 625 calls for service — 134 of which occurred this calendar year — in regards to people camping or sleeping in public around the city.
—Jenna Ebbers, Kansas City Star, 3 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for regards
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In the clip, Pete runs up to the glass front door of Pooch Play and Stay and paces in front of the entry until a staffer notices him and lets him in, taking him back to the daycare area.—
Kelli Bender,
PEOPLE,
2 June 2026
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Her smile in the fantasy is one of relief and clarity, which cuts so hard after watching the dread pile up before Leslie notices her.—
Ben Travers,
IndieWire,
1 June 2026
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Evoking the scale and precision of the most celebrated Russian novelists, Daniyal Mueenuddin’s debut is a modern history of Pakistan told in four distinct parts, each of which follows a different main character with specific ambitions.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
11 June 2026
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The film follows three souls across Edo-period Japan, 1865 New South Wales and 2027 Australia, where each lifetime carries the emotional imprint of the last.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
11 June 2026
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And this wrenching essay from visual artist and poet Kennedy Amenya Gisege considers the unique spiritual toll that incarcerated parents face.—
Brittany Allen,
Literary Hub,
11 June 2026
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If the referee considers that a throw-in or goal kick is taking too long or is being deliberately delayed, the referee can initiate a five‑second visual countdown.—
Kierra Frazier,
CBS News,
11 June 2026
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But at the very core of Christian humanism is a belief in the inherent dignity and worth of all human beings, who are made in the image of God, and in the pursuit of a society that respects and values the intrinsic and equal worth of the individual, regardless of social status.—
Peter Wehner,
The Atlantic,
10 June 2026
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May 21 – June 20 The number you name could reveal who respects the work.—
Tarot.com,
Chicago Tribune,
9 June 2026
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The way in which Labbé explores the overlap of sports and national identities is not the only way in which The Murmuration anticipates the next few decades’ worth of history.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
10 June 2026
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With thousands of visitors expected to travel to the region, Coast Guard Sector Delaware Bay anticipates an increase in recreational boat traffic and is already stepping up patrols on the river.—
Madeleine Wright,
CBS News,
10 June 2026
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As times changed, celebrities found other places to visit while in town, notably other South Beach and Miami spots like Prime 112, Carbone, Gekko and Papi Steak.—
Connie Ogle
June 10,
Miami Herald,
10 June 2026
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Anyone who spots anything unusual along the coastline should immediately call 911.—
Emily Shapiro,
ABC News,
10 June 2026
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Martin notes that the three big rating agencies—first Standard & Poor’s, in 2011, and since then Fitch and Moody’s—have downgraded the federal government from AAA to AA+ in credit quality.—
William Baldwin,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2026
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Economist Brad Herschbein notes that hiring managers may view teens as an investment that won't pay off right away.—
Dianna Douglas,
NPR,
6 June 2026
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Native landscaping calls for lower maintenance, thus reducing water use.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 June 2026
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At the same time, the resolution calls for humane immigration policies that uphold justice and mercy, strongly rejecting nativism, discrimination and racial or ethnic hostility.—
Marc Ramirez,
USA Today,
10 June 2026
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“Regards.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/regards. Accessed 13 Jun. 2026.
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