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
Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 28 Aug. 2025
The North Korean leadership regards such dependence as burdensome, especially regarding China.
—Andrei Lankov, Time, 21 Aug. 2025
One of the big questions in Calgary at the moment regards the team’s direction.
—Dom Luszczyszyn, New York Times, 20 Aug. 2025
But so far there’s been little sign of real compromise from the Kremlin, which regards itself as having the upper hand on the grinding Ukrainian battlefield.
—Matthew Chance, CNN Money, 14 Aug. 2025
Polis regards the addition of Fishers Peak State Park in 2020 as a signature event in his legacy as governor.
—John Meyer, Denver Post, 11 Aug. 2025
One of her concerns regards the demolition of the old school.
—Doug Ross, Chicago Tribune, 8 Aug. 2025
Emily Goodin, Miami Herald, 5 Sep. 2025
Crown Point resident Susan McKendry, during the public hearing portion of the annexation request, asked about how the new business park would be serviced in regards to utilities.
—Deborah Laverty, Chicago Tribune, 4 Sep. 2025
The sensor and lens leave nothing on the table in regards to imaging prowess.
—PC Magazine, 4 Sep. 2025
No guarantees are made with regards to results or financial gain.
—Stephanie Kuzydym, The Courier-Journal, 3 Sep. 2025
With their season opener just days away, Brian Daboll is reluctant to show his hand in regards to the depth chart.
—Kevin McCormick, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Sep. 2025
Yes, there are more non-sports entertainment options now than ever before, but according to Balch, sports is starting to eat in to the entertainment world’s market share with regards to global consumption.
—Eben Novy-Williams, Sportico.com, 2 Sep. 2025
In a clip shared on social media, Lee played a recording of the Baton Rouge native sending McKinnon his regards, with McKinnon visibly excited by YoungBoy’s message.
—Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 2 Sep. 2025
Even with the great strides that have been made with regards to stablecoin regulation and policy the market itself remains fragmented from an issuer, reporting, and transparency perspective.
—Sean Stein Smith, Forbes.com, 31 Aug. 2025
Verb
But Timothy regards what happened as a toxic betrayal.
—Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 28 Aug. 2025
The North Korean leadership regards such dependence as burdensome, especially regarding China.
—Andrei Lankov, Time, 21 Aug. 2025
One of the big questions in Calgary at the moment regards the team’s direction.
—Dom Luszczyszyn, New York Times, 20 Aug. 2025
But so far there’s been little sign of real compromise from the Kremlin, which regards itself as having the upper hand on the grinding Ukrainian battlefield.
—Matthew Chance, CNN Money, 14 Aug. 2025
Polis regards the addition of Fishers Peak State Park in 2020 as a signature event in his legacy as governor.
—John Meyer, Denver Post, 11 Aug. 2025
One of her concerns regards the demolition of the old school.
—Doug Ross, Chicago Tribune, 8 Aug. 2025
Noun
The White House echoed that argument in regards to this week’s strike.
—Emily Goodin, Miami Herald, 5 Sep. 2025
Crown Point resident Susan McKendry, during the public hearing portion of the annexation request, asked about how the new business park would be serviced in regards to utilities.
—Deborah Laverty, Chicago Tribune, 4 Sep. 2025
The sensor and lens leave nothing on the table in regards to imaging prowess.
—PC Magazine, 4 Sep. 2025
No guarantees are made with regards to results or financial gain.
—Stephanie Kuzydym, The Courier-Journal, 3 Sep. 2025
With their season opener just days away, Brian Daboll is reluctant to show his hand in regards to the depth chart.
—Kevin McCormick, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Sep. 2025
Yes, there are more non-sports entertainment options now than ever before, but according to Balch, sports is starting to eat in to the entertainment world’s market share with regards to global consumption.
—Eben Novy-Williams, Sportico.com, 2 Sep. 2025
In a clip shared on social media, Lee played a recording of the Baton Rouge native sending McKinnon his regards, with McKinnon visibly excited by YoungBoy’s message.
—Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 2 Sep. 2025
Even with the great strides that have been made with regards to stablecoin regulation and policy the market itself remains fragmented from an issuer, reporting, and transparency perspective.
—Sean Stein Smith, Forbes.com, 31 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for regards
Verb
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The algorithm notices patterns and rewards reliable creators with better reach.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
2 Sep. 2025
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Watson notices Ringo’s loyalty in the smallest moments.—
Ashley Vega,
People.com,
2 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Red Dead Redemption 2 follows an outlaw named Arthur Morgan, who's part of the Van der Linde gang.—
George Yang,
PC Magazine,
11 Sep. 2025
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Co-created by The New York Times bestselling author Carr and season 1 creator and showrunner David DiGilio, Dark Wolf follows Ben Edwards (Taylor Kitsch) on his journey from the SEALs to the clandestine side of CIA special operations.—
Susan Young,
PEOPLE,
11 Sep. 2025
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The 90/10 skew is designed to reflect what Morningstar considers the modern asset universe, which is one where opportunities are expanding in the private markets and companies such as OpenAI and Stripe are able to stay private for longer.—
Sarah Min,
CNBC,
10 Sep. 2025
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Meanwhile, tax framework complexity considers aspects of how the tax laws are being enforced, such as tax law enactment, tax guidance, tax payment and filing systems, tax audits, and how corporations can appeal tax decisions.—
Nathan Goldman,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The Grace features a design that respects the estate's history while bringing in contemporary elements.—
Shivani Vora,
Forbes.com,
2 Sep. 2025
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Subianto reiterated that his government respects freedom of expression as guaranteed in Indonesia’s constitution and international conventions.—
Niniek Karmini,
Chicago Tribune,
31 Aug. 2025
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On Greenwich Street, Winters spots a Bernese mountain dog named Pepper.—
Nate Jones,
Vulture,
5 Sep. 2025
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The agency added that anyone in Maine who spots the lizard shouldn't approach the reptile; instead, contact the Old Town Police Department, so the animal can be captured safely.—
Kelli Bender,
People.com,
28 Aug. 2025
Verb
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The report only notes one version of the standard iPhone 17.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
8 Sep. 2025
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In fact, Lamarche notes there's strong evidence from observational studies that cheese is associated with a lower risk of stroke.—
Will Stone,
NPR,
8 Sep. 2025
Verb
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But the city has also faced a recent string of controversies under her leadership and calls for greater transparency.—
Nick Sullivan,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Sep. 2025
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Coel, the boundary-pushing revelation from I May Destroy You, is a perfect foil, hiding Lori’s feelings behind her deadpan delivery, unblinking sphinx-like stare and wary body language but poised to shoot barbs when the moment calls for them.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
9 Sep. 2025
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The teenager loves and admires her father, offering to help with his work often at the expense of her own (home)work, and Lee is usually happy to have an encouraging second-in-command.—
Ben Travers,
IndieWire,
4 Sep. 2025
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Meanwhile, a popular radio-station DJ, Fred Temple (Colman Domingo), gets roped into the madness because Tony admires and trusts him.—
Bilge Ebiri,
Vulture,
2 Sep. 2025
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“Regards.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/regards. Accessed 12 Sep. 2025.
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