1
as in to notice
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 to note
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 to consider
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 to respect
to think very highly or favorably of
an astronomer who is highly regarded by his peers
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as in to anticipate
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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1
as in respect
a feeling of great approval and liking
I have a deep regard for humanitarian aid workers who risk everything to help the poor
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2
as in glimpse
an instance of looking especially briefly
flashed the young man an imperial regard that clearly indicated such behavior was out of line
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4
as in greetings
regards plural
best wishes
give your parents my regards
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5
as in gaze
a fixed intent look
fixed the same magisterial regard on all the miscreants who appeared before her in court
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6
as in look
archaic
the outward form of someone or something especially as indicative of a quality
Lord Warwick's noble regard and gallant demeanor set the innocent maid's heart aflutter
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Recent Examples of regard
Chandelis Duster, NPR, 12 Mar. 2025
By law, the office reviews complaints regarding the nation's most vulnerable students, including Section 504, which helps ensure that students with disabilities have equal access to educational opportunities.
—Arthur Jones Ii, ABC News, 12 Mar. 2025
C.j. Holmes, New York Daily News, 7 Mar. 2025
Cam has always held Eminem in high regard as one of rap’s best.
—Michael Saponara, Billboard, 6 Mar. 2025
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Verb
Some Black students have also faced disciplinary action regarding their natural hairstyles, including Darryl George, a Texas teen, who was placed in in-school suspension for the length of his locs.
—Chandelis Duster, NPR, 12 Mar. 2025
By law, the office reviews complaints regarding the nation's most vulnerable students, including Section 504, which helps ensure that students with disabilities have equal access to educational opportunities.
—Arthur Jones Ii, ABC News, 12 Mar. 2025
Noun
The 23-year-old has embraced Fernandez’s challenge, averaging a career-best 3.4 assists this season, but obviously still has ways to go to maximize his potential in that regard.
—C.j. Holmes, New York Daily News, 7 Mar. 2025
Cam has always held Eminem in high regard as one of rap’s best.
—Michael Saponara, Billboard, 6 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for regard
Verb
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Retailers often anticipate a bump in sales around dividend time each year and even small businesses notice the uptick.—
Shahar Ziv,
Forbes,
19 Mar. 2025
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The new policy allows Ferbert to skip the time-consuming step of asking the council for permission in the form of a briefing session that must be scheduled days in advance and publicly noticed.—
David Garrick,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
19 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Some astutely noted how, in a world without enforceable contracts, there is more upside than downside to breaking a promise.—
Ann Rutledge,
Forbes,
17 Mar. 2025
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What’s more, Castilla notes that our tap water commonly contains chemicals like chlorine (or chloramine); minerals such as calcium and magnesium that can leave a residue on the skin; and impurities such as heavy metals or pesticides.—
Kristine Thomason,
Vogue,
16 Mar. 2025
Verb
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If the Dodgers are in town, consider catching a ball game.—
Sheila Yasmin Marikar,
AFAR Media,
19 Mar. 2025
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For personalized advice and to ensure your tax strategy aligns with current laws and your financial goals, consider consulting a tax professional.—
Rodney M. Loesch,
Kansas City Star,
19 Mar. 2025
Verb
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To proactively give up, to consistently surrender one’s cards, is not to respect the game.—
Harvey Young,
Chicago Tribune,
12 Mar. 2025
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This has only improved Musk’s standing with Trump, who both respects great wealth and appears flattered by the notion that the richest man in the world wants to spend his time shadowing him around Washington and Mar-a-Lago.—
Charlie Warzel,
The Atlantic,
12 Mar. 2025
Verb
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The company anticipates more imports will be diverted to Birmingham and Manchester.—
Glenn Taylor,
Sourcing Journal,
21 Mar. 2025
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The county anticipates reopening Latta Place in 2026.—
Mary Ramsey,
Charlotte Observer,
21 Mar. 2025
Noun
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In a sector like luxury, defined by tradition, exclusivity, and craftsmanship, the emergence of new technologies generates both admiration and concern.—
Esade Business & Law School,
Forbes,
12 Mar. 2025
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Cho has noted his admiration for the great early-twentieth-century French pianist Marcelle Meyer, whose Ravel recordings are unsurpassed.—
Alex Ross,
The New Yorker,
10 Mar. 2025
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What began as a straightforward concept quickly became a revealing glimpse into the future of work, talent, and innovation.—
John Winsor,
Forbes,
18 Mar. 2025
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The awards show also gives fans a glimpse at what to expect the most popular music will be in 2025.—
Rachel DeSantis,
People.com,
18 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Kelce donned a red hat with white letters that spelled out the word Tribeca, which Kelce explained was a reference to a neighborhood in New York City.—
Lissete Lanuza Sáenz,
StyleCaster,
14 Mar. 2025
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Justin Nassiri,
Forbes,
13 Mar. 2025
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“Regard.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/regard. Accessed 25 Mar. 2025.
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