as in regards
best wishes
give your mother my respects
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as in admires
to think very highly or favorably of
an upstanding senator who is respected by political allies and foes alike
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Recent Examples of respects
Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 10 Mar. 2026
The outcome of the dispute will depend on whether Campbell’s can prove the label matches in all relevant respects what’s inside the relationship.
—Dan Eaton, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 Mar. 2026
Maynor was one of many who gathered at North Hall High School on Saturday to pay their respects to Hughes.
—Austin Mullen, NBC news, 8 Mar. 2026
The sheriff’s office placed a memorial outside its building at 301 North Church Street in Winston-Salem and welcomed community members to stop by and pay their respects.
—Nick Sullivan
march 7, Charlotte Observer, 7 Mar. 2026
Hundreds lined up in Chicago to pay their last respects to the civil rights leader.
—Elyssa Kaufman, CBS News, 7 Mar. 2026
Crystal Lerner, a junior, came to the vigil to pay her respects to Shan, the 21-year-old UT student killed Sunday morning.
—Keri Heath, Austin American Statesman, 5 Mar. 2026
And in some respects, the judicial branch might be thought to exercise a bit of legislative power.
—Cass Sunstein, Big Think, 5 Mar. 2026
In many respects, the war with Iran poses greater risks to the oil market than Russia’s war with Ukraine when that conflict began in 2022.
—Chris Isidore, CNN Money, 3 Mar. 2026
Pamela McLoughlin, Hartford Courant, 10 Mar. 2026
This is largely a decision that could come down to how much the committee respects the depth of the Big Ten versus the top of the Big 12.
—Grace Raynor, New York Times, 9 Mar. 2026
Religious freedom is best secured in a nation that respects religious diversity in all of its variety, including the right to no religion at all.
—Corey D. B. Walker, The Conversation, 9 Mar. 2026
Misfits is a great example of a show for a teenage audience that respects its demographic rather than talking down to them.
—Declan Gallagher, Entertainment Weekly, 7 Mar. 2026
The American people deserve a Department of Homeland Security that respects the rule of law and answers to the public.
—Sara Tenenbaum, CBS News, 5 Mar. 2026
Whatever your status, seek fairness that respects both voices and leaves room for change.
—Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 3 Mar. 2026
But in order to achieve that, Iran needs not a new dictatorship but self-determination and a pluralist government that respects basic rights.
—Anne Applebaum, The Atlantic, 28 Feb. 2026
In response to the campaign, Corley Kenna, Patagonia’s chief impact and communications officer, said the company respects its employees’ right to make an informed decision about whether to form a union.
—Jasmin Malik Chua, Sourcing Journal, 23 Feb. 2026
Noun
Football players at power conference schools resemble pro athletes in many respects, while football players at FCS schools might not.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 10 Mar. 2026
The outcome of the dispute will depend on whether Campbell’s can prove the label matches in all relevant respects what’s inside the relationship.
—Dan Eaton, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 Mar. 2026
Maynor was one of many who gathered at North Hall High School on Saturday to pay their respects to Hughes.
—Austin Mullen, NBC news, 8 Mar. 2026
The sheriff’s office placed a memorial outside its building at 301 North Church Street in Winston-Salem and welcomed community members to stop by and pay their respects.
—Nick Sullivan
march 7, Charlotte Observer, 7 Mar. 2026
Hundreds lined up in Chicago to pay their last respects to the civil rights leader.
—Elyssa Kaufman, CBS News, 7 Mar. 2026
Crystal Lerner, a junior, came to the vigil to pay her respects to Shan, the 21-year-old UT student killed Sunday morning.
—Keri Heath, Austin American Statesman, 5 Mar. 2026
And in some respects, the judicial branch might be thought to exercise a bit of legislative power.
—Cass Sunstein, Big Think, 5 Mar. 2026
In many respects, the war with Iran poses greater risks to the oil market than Russia’s war with Ukraine when that conflict began in 2022.
—Chris Isidore, CNN Money, 3 Mar. 2026
Verb
Perssonatti wears T-shirts in winter because of the heat intolerance and Ward respects that by piling on blankets and other covers.
—Pamela McLoughlin, Hartford Courant, 10 Mar. 2026
This is largely a decision that could come down to how much the committee respects the depth of the Big Ten versus the top of the Big 12.
—Grace Raynor, New York Times, 9 Mar. 2026
Religious freedom is best secured in a nation that respects religious diversity in all of its variety, including the right to no religion at all.
—Corey D. B. Walker, The Conversation, 9 Mar. 2026
Misfits is a great example of a show for a teenage audience that respects its demographic rather than talking down to them.
—Declan Gallagher, Entertainment Weekly, 7 Mar. 2026
The American people deserve a Department of Homeland Security that respects the rule of law and answers to the public.
—Sara Tenenbaum, CBS News, 5 Mar. 2026
Whatever your status, seek fairness that respects both voices and leaves room for change.
—Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 3 Mar. 2026
But in order to achieve that, Iran needs not a new dictatorship but self-determination and a pluralist government that respects basic rights.
—Anne Applebaum, The Atlantic, 28 Feb. 2026
In response to the campaign, Corley Kenna, Patagonia’s chief impact and communications officer, said the company respects its employees’ right to make an informed decision about whether to form a union.
—Jasmin Malik Chua, Sourcing Journal, 23 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for respects
Noun
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That’s why an X-ray telescope that would be superior in those regards has so much discovery potential just awaiting it.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
11 Mar. 2026
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Black & Gold supporters can offer their kind regards to Alajuelense in person on Tuesday, when the 31-time top flight Costa Rican winners visit BMO Stadium for the first leg of the CONCACAF Champions Cup Round of 16.—
Josh Gross,
Daily News,
10 Mar. 2026
Verb
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As for his Henderson tribute, Ward naturally admires the Hall of Famer.—
Jen McCaffrey,
New York Times,
13 Mar. 2026
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In one scene, her character polishes and admires the ring, allowing viewers a closer look at the remarkable stone.—
Bailey Bujnosek,
InStyle,
12 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The subtle piping along the border gives it a refined look, and Baker appreciates that the fluffiness feels full without being too exaggerated, which is great for those who prefer a more minimal bedspread.—
Shoko Wanger,
Architectural Digest,
9 Mar. 2026
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Hughes appreciates the position the team has earned, with an inside track on a playoff spot for a second straight year, and was obviously willing to bet that this group of players will get it to the finish line.—
Arpon Basu,
New York Times,
7 Mar. 2026
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