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
Roger Vincent, Los Angeles Times, 9 Jan. 2026
The comedy big guns come out to pay their respects to the groundbreaking genius whose comedy is still radical — Ben Stiller, Jerry Seinfeld, Adam Sandler, Dave Chappelle, Conan O’Brien, Jimmy Kimmel and Sarah Silverman are just a few.
—Bryan Alexander, USA Today, 8 Jan. 2026
And as expected, her funeral service was attended by many big names in politics there to pay respects to the family.
—Stylecaster Editors, StyleCaster, 7 Jan. 2026
Family, friends and hundreds of officers from around the country gathered at the Bob Carpenter Center in Newark to pay their respects.
—Dan Snyder, CBS News, 6 Jan. 2026
In some respects, Afeela feels more like a platform for Sony’s entertainment offerings than a driving machine.
—Andrew J. Hawkins, The Verge, 6 Jan. 2026
This decision protects children, respects families, and rebuilds trust in public health.
—Jenna Prestininzi, Freep.com, 6 Jan. 2026
The emergence of the sporting director role has taken a lot of that wider responsibility, workload and stress away from managers and, in many respects, paved the way for a wave of head coaches to be appointed in English football.
—Stuart James, New York Times, 6 Jan. 2026
The tariffs case in most respects appears to be an instance in which the conservative Justices would favor limiting executive power, but the idea that foreign affairs and emergencies are different may muddy that conclusion.
—Jeannie Suk Gersen, New Yorker, 6 Nov. 2025
New Atlas, 14 Jan. 2026
Be perceptive and ask questions when necessary, as that’s the best path to untangle emotions from facts and craft a solution that respects privacy.
—Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 12 Jan. 2026
If a companion delays plans, state what works for you and propose a simple solution that respects both sides.
—Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 11 Jan. 2026
Those are the priorities Cronin respects, the mindset each Bruin needs to build the culture of toughness Cronin’s striving for.
—Aaron Heisen, Daily News, 11 Jan. 2026
The United States respects the voice of the Iranian people and their aspirations.
—Brady Knox, The Washington Examiner, 8 Jan. 2026
But your knowledge means nothing if no one seeks out your input or respects your opinion enough to act on it.
—Melody Wilding, CNBC, 4 Jan. 2026
One that respects civil rights and acts to revamp our immigration system.
—Chicago Tribune, 2 Jan. 2026
But that would require a president who respects the law, or Congress.
—Chris Brennan, USA Today, 1 Jan. 2026
Noun
Hundreds gathered around Business Block on the anniversary of the fire on Wednesday to witness a military-style white-glove ceremony to pay respects to the families who lost loved ones.
—Roger Vincent, Los Angeles Times, 9 Jan. 2026
The comedy big guns come out to pay their respects to the groundbreaking genius whose comedy is still radical — Ben Stiller, Jerry Seinfeld, Adam Sandler, Dave Chappelle, Conan O’Brien, Jimmy Kimmel and Sarah Silverman are just a few.
—Bryan Alexander, USA Today, 8 Jan. 2026
And as expected, her funeral service was attended by many big names in politics there to pay respects to the family.
—Stylecaster Editors, StyleCaster, 7 Jan. 2026
Family, friends and hundreds of officers from around the country gathered at the Bob Carpenter Center in Newark to pay their respects.
—Dan Snyder, CBS News, 6 Jan. 2026
In some respects, Afeela feels more like a platform for Sony’s entertainment offerings than a driving machine.
—Andrew J. Hawkins, The Verge, 6 Jan. 2026
This decision protects children, respects families, and rebuilds trust in public health.
—Jenna Prestininzi, Freep.com, 6 Jan. 2026
The emergence of the sporting director role has taken a lot of that wider responsibility, workload and stress away from managers and, in many respects, paved the way for a wave of head coaches to be appointed in English football.
—Stuart James, New York Times, 6 Jan. 2026
The tariffs case in most respects appears to be an instance in which the conservative Justices would favor limiting executive power, but the idea that foreign affairs and emergencies are different may muddy that conclusion.
—Jeannie Suk Gersen, New Yorker, 6 Nov. 2025
Verb
Each capsule creates a private sanctuary on wheels where passengers can go from point A to B in a comfortable, personal space that respects boundaries.
—New Atlas, 14 Jan. 2026
Be perceptive and ask questions when necessary, as that’s the best path to untangle emotions from facts and craft a solution that respects privacy.
—Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 12 Jan. 2026
If a companion delays plans, state what works for you and propose a simple solution that respects both sides.
—Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 11 Jan. 2026
Those are the priorities Cronin respects, the mindset each Bruin needs to build the culture of toughness Cronin’s striving for.
—Aaron Heisen, Daily News, 11 Jan. 2026
The United States respects the voice of the Iranian people and their aspirations.
—Brady Knox, The Washington Examiner, 8 Jan. 2026
But your knowledge means nothing if no one seeks out your input or respects your opinion enough to act on it.
—Melody Wilding, CNBC, 4 Jan. 2026
One that respects civil rights and acts to revamp our immigration system.
—Chicago Tribune, 2 Jan. 2026
But that would require a president who respects the law, or Congress.
—Chris Brennan, USA Today, 1 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for respects
Noun
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Trump promised transparency with regards to the Epstein investigation, but has alienated even loyal supporters with his actions on the matter.—
Brian Niemietz,
Mercury News,
14 Jan. 2026
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Fits in regards to role and skillset are questioned on every roster and trade ideas are drummed up for solutions to problems that may not even necessarily exist.—
Jace Frederick,
Twin Cities,
14 Jan. 2026
Verb
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There’s also an intangible quality about Wang that Morgan admires.—
David Lyman,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
11 Dec. 2025
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Trump followed his praise and endorsement of tiny cars by then heaping praise on Ford Motor's full-size F-150 pickup, a vehicle the president also admires.—
Jamie L. LaReau,
Freep.com,
5 Dec. 2025
Verb
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Bolles appreciates All-Pro nod.—
Luca Evans,
Denver Post,
13 Jan. 2026
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And the Magic guard appreciates their support.—
Jason Beede,
The Orlando Sentinel,
11 Jan. 2026
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“Respects.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/respects. Accessed 16 Jan. 2026.
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