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
Dr. Jonathan Reichental, Forbes.com, 13 June 2026
The thing about Manhattan is the stakes are higher, and the players are probably a little smarter in some respects.
—Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 12 June 2026
In some respects, Penryn is the ideal setting for such a radical experiment to take place.
—Literary Hub, 11 June 2026
In many respects, the move was considered a warning shot to logistics incumbents including UPS, FedEx and DHL, as Amazon positioned itself as a direct third-party logistics (3PL) competitor.
—Glenn Taylor, Footwear News, 11 June 2026
Her fans had come to The Plaza Live to pay respects on June 10 in the years following her death.
—Richard Tribou, The Orlando Sentinel, 10 June 2026
At his father's funeral in March, Jonathan eulogized the late civil rights icon in part by recounting what an elderly Black woman who rode the bus over to pay her respects told him days prior.
—Joseph Konig, PEOPLE, 8 June 2026
The newlyweds’ tragedy quickly captured attention across the greater Atlanta area – where so many wanted to pay their respects, Praise Community Church added an overflow room and a livestream for Saturday’s service – to Kerala, India, where Dave’s family traces its roots.
—Lauren Mascarenhas, CNN Money, 6 June 2026
Music fans can pay their respects to Dee Dee Ramone, as well as Chris Cornell of Soundgarden.
—Krista Simmons, Travel + Leisure, 6 June 2026
Tarot.com, Chicago Tribune, 17 June 2026
Your inventive mind can simplify complex pieces, so suggest a clearer process that respects both independence and connection.
—Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 16 June 2026
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
Gemini May 21 – June 20 The number you name could reveal who respects the work.
—Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 9 June 2026
An Amazon spokesperson told CNBC in a statement that the company respects its colleagues’ right to voice their opinions.
—Annie Palmer, CNBC, 4 June 2026
Then back it with action, like severance that respects tenure, transparency about what's changing and why, and real help with landing somewhere good.
—Zak Ali, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
Your steady approach helps everyone feel safe enough to agree on terms, then follow through today at a pace that respects both schedules.
—Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 29 May 2026
Shaw, meanwhile, said school districts should inform families about the requirements and their options in a way that respects families’ concerns.
—Linh Tat, Oc Register, 18 May 2026
Noun
Quantum remains experimental in many respects, and significant breakthroughs are still needed.
—Dr. Jonathan Reichental, Forbes.com, 13 June 2026
The thing about Manhattan is the stakes are higher, and the players are probably a little smarter in some respects.
—Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 12 June 2026
In some respects, Penryn is the ideal setting for such a radical experiment to take place.
—Literary Hub, 11 June 2026
In many respects, the move was considered a warning shot to logistics incumbents including UPS, FedEx and DHL, as Amazon positioned itself as a direct third-party logistics (3PL) competitor.
—Glenn Taylor, Footwear News, 11 June 2026
Her fans had come to The Plaza Live to pay respects on June 10 in the years following her death.
—Richard Tribou, The Orlando Sentinel, 10 June 2026
At his father's funeral in March, Jonathan eulogized the late civil rights icon in part by recounting what an elderly Black woman who rode the bus over to pay her respects told him days prior.
—Joseph Konig, PEOPLE, 8 June 2026
The newlyweds’ tragedy quickly captured attention across the greater Atlanta area – where so many wanted to pay their respects, Praise Community Church added an overflow room and a livestream for Saturday’s service – to Kerala, India, where Dave’s family traces its roots.
—Lauren Mascarenhas, CNN Money, 6 June 2026
Music fans can pay their respects to Dee Dee Ramone, as well as Chris Cornell of Soundgarden.
—Krista Simmons, Travel + Leisure, 6 June 2026
Verb
Choose clarity that respects courage, community, and your steady heart.
—Tarot.com, Chicago Tribune, 17 June 2026
Your inventive mind can simplify complex pieces, so suggest a clearer process that respects both independence and connection.
—Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 16 June 2026
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
Gemini May 21 – June 20 The number you name could reveal who respects the work.
—Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 9 June 2026
An Amazon spokesperson told CNBC in a statement that the company respects its colleagues’ right to voice their opinions.
—Annie Palmer, CNBC, 4 June 2026
Then back it with action, like severance that respects tenure, transparency about what's changing and why, and real help with landing somewhere good.
—Zak Ali, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
Your steady approach helps everyone feel safe enough to agree on terms, then follow through today at a pace that respects both schedules.
—Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 29 May 2026
Shaw, meanwhile, said school districts should inform families about the requirements and their options in a way that respects families’ concerns.
—Linh Tat, Oc Register, 18 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for respects
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No guarantees are made with regards to results or financial gain.—
Jennifer Hassan,
USA Today,
17 June 2026
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She also was questioned in regards to the death of a man who was left outside a Los Angeles hospital.—
Kimberly Nordyke,
HollywoodReporter,
17 June 2026
Verb
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Essentially, every top Premier League team admires Rogers.—
Mario Cortegana,
New York Times,
3 June 2026
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One local customer found her work on social media and admires it.—
Michael Butler,
Miami Herald,
2 June 2026
Verb
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Waterhouse appreciates a statement heel moment.—
Jaden Thompson,
Footwear News,
16 June 2026
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Sill appreciates that Glacier isn’t too stark, warm, or cool.—
Sarah Lyon,
Southern Living,
15 June 2026
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“Respects.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/respects. Accessed 21 Jun. 2026.
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