as in regards
best wishes
give your mother my respects
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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
Beren Cross, New York Times, 11 May 2026
Toward the back of the parking lot, mourners paid their respects to a photo of Thy Mitchell and her children.
—Aviva Bechky, Houston Chronicle, 11 May 2026
As grieving attendees lined up to pay respects to the children, one woman shut her eyes after peering at one of the children, Kayla, who wore a white dress, her fingernails carefully painted pink.
—Alaa Elassar, CNN Money, 10 May 2026
After the closure was announced, every single late-night-show host paid their respects to an accidental muse of Americana.
—Doreen St. Félix, New Yorker, 9 May 2026
Hundreds of people lined up in front of the funeral home, waiting for their chance to pay their respects.
—Brandon Truitt, CBS News, 8 May 2026
During my visit to New York, my wife and I will again pay our respects to the victims, the families, and the bravery shown in the face of terrible loss.
—Washington Examiner Staff, The Washington Examiner, 28 Apr. 2026
But the investigation has moved forward in other respects.
—Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 27 Apr. 2026
All 195 workers were honored Thursday at River Walk Park, where a Caltrans spokesperson said more than 1,000 workers, family members and community leaders attended to pay their respects.
—Sacbee.com, 24 Apr. 2026
Tomris Laffly, Variety, 13 May 2026
Lawrence had written an article about Vadim, and Vadim, who respects Lawrence as a scholar, now wants to tell him his life story.
—Richard Brody, New Yorker, 13 May 2026
And a socially responsible advertising profession is not all about persuasion and instead respects the rights, intelligence, and well-being of consumers and considers society as a whole when raising awareness about the benefits of the client’s products or services.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 7 May 2026
The historic property on Lake George in New York’s Adirondack Mountains respects its history while keeping up with the luxuries expected by modern travelers.
—Beth Luberecki, USA Today, 6 May 2026
That means making sure proper notice is given, that services and alternatives are offered where required and that the process respects the dignity of every person affected.
—Teresa Liu, Daily News, 4 May 2026
By choosing sustainable options and participating in recycling programs, pilgrims can ensure that their journey of faith also respects the sanctity of the natural world.
—Fmg Studios, Footwear News, 1 May 2026
Just as Elliot respects the importance of neighborhood serenity above all, Lindsay-Abaire and Leon aren’t going to put anything onstage that will truly turn off an audience.
—Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 22 Apr. 2026
Surely, every candidate out there respects Donovan, a Hall of Famer.
—Jon Greenberg, New York Times, 21 Apr. 2026
Noun
The second half was better in many respects.
—Beren Cross, New York Times, 11 May 2026
Toward the back of the parking lot, mourners paid their respects to a photo of Thy Mitchell and her children.
—Aviva Bechky, Houston Chronicle, 11 May 2026
As grieving attendees lined up to pay respects to the children, one woman shut her eyes after peering at one of the children, Kayla, who wore a white dress, her fingernails carefully painted pink.
—Alaa Elassar, CNN Money, 10 May 2026
After the closure was announced, every single late-night-show host paid their respects to an accidental muse of Americana.
—Doreen St. Félix, New Yorker, 9 May 2026
Hundreds of people lined up in front of the funeral home, waiting for their chance to pay their respects.
—Brandon Truitt, CBS News, 8 May 2026
During my visit to New York, my wife and I will again pay our respects to the victims, the families, and the bravery shown in the face of terrible loss.
—Washington Examiner Staff, The Washington Examiner, 28 Apr. 2026
But the investigation has moved forward in other respects.
—Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 27 Apr. 2026
All 195 workers were honored Thursday at River Walk Park, where a Caltrans spokesperson said more than 1,000 workers, family members and community leaders attended to pay their respects.
—Sacbee.com, 24 Apr. 2026
Verb
Dungo’s graphic novel blends this youthful love story with the history of surfing, something Kristen deeply respects, worshipping at the altar of history’s famous surfers in an almost existential fashion.
—Tomris Laffly, Variety, 13 May 2026
Lawrence had written an article about Vadim, and Vadim, who respects Lawrence as a scholar, now wants to tell him his life story.
—Richard Brody, New Yorker, 13 May 2026
And a socially responsible advertising profession is not all about persuasion and instead respects the rights, intelligence, and well-being of consumers and considers society as a whole when raising awareness about the benefits of the client’s products or services.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 7 May 2026
The historic property on Lake George in New York’s Adirondack Mountains respects its history while keeping up with the luxuries expected by modern travelers.
—Beth Luberecki, USA Today, 6 May 2026
That means making sure proper notice is given, that services and alternatives are offered where required and that the process respects the dignity of every person affected.
—Teresa Liu, Daily News, 4 May 2026
By choosing sustainable options and participating in recycling programs, pilgrims can ensure that their journey of faith also respects the sanctity of the natural world.
—Fmg Studios, Footwear News, 1 May 2026
Just as Elliot respects the importance of neighborhood serenity above all, Lindsay-Abaire and Leon aren’t going to put anything onstage that will truly turn off an audience.
—Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 22 Apr. 2026
Surely, every candidate out there respects Donovan, a Hall of Famer.
—Jon Greenberg, New York Times, 21 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for respects
Noun
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Oddly, or not, 2025 is the year that appears to contain many of the payouts by the estate in regards to the Michael movie and costly reshoots.—
Dominic Patten,
Deadline,
13 May 2026
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That gives me significant working knowledge and expertise with regards to public finance and most governmental operations and budgets.—
Lucas Robinson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
8 May 2026
Verb
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Grier, too, admires Reid, who had six points in 10 OHL playoff games.—
Curtis Pashelka,
Mercury News,
7 May 2026
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Ellis admires the passion and win-first mentality Nico Iamaleava brings to his position.—
Steve Galluzzo,
Los Angeles Times,
20 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Junior middle hitter David Neylon appreciates what Thompson means to the Warriors.—
Jeff Vorva,
Chicago Tribune,
14 May 2026
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Letter writer appreciates friends’ support through family’s health struggles but also wants space to breathe.—
Carolyn Hax,
Washington Post,
12 May 2026
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“Respects.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/respects. Accessed 17 May. 2026.
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