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as in admiration
a feeling of great approval and liking
I have a lot of respect for Martin Luther King, Jr.'s steadfast courage
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as in regards
respects plural
best wishes
give your mother my respects
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as in to admire
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 respect
R. Eric Thomas, Chicago Tribune, 14 Aug. 2025
Our brand identity is rooted in tradition, trust and a deep respect for Italian craftsmanship.
—Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 13 Aug. 2025
Keaton Bell, Vogue, 15 Aug. 2025
That what their songs added up to was a full-scale vision of the ins and outs of love and loss and romance and pain and desire and fulfillment, told entirely from a woman’s point of view, is part of the reason their genius wasn’t fully recognized and respected.
—Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 15 Aug. 2025
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Noun
Know that he’s being taken care of and, for now, respect that he’s made the decision to keep his whereabouts private.
—R. Eric Thomas, Chicago Tribune, 14 Aug. 2025
Our brand identity is rooted in tradition, trust and a deep respect for Italian craftsmanship.
—Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 13 Aug. 2025
Verb
Our set wasn’t silly, but everyone was kind and respected one another.
—Keaton Bell, Vogue, 15 Aug. 2025
That what their songs added up to was a full-scale vision of the ins and outs of love and loss and romance and pain and desire and fulfillment, told entirely from a woman’s point of view, is part of the reason their genius wasn’t fully recognized and respected.
—Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 15 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for respect
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Opinion polls have consistently shown him as the most popular Palestinian politician, and his time in prison has only increased the admiration in which he is held by Palestinians.—
Abeer Salman,
CNN Money,
15 Aug. 2025
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Alonso has only played for the Mets and has consistently talked about his admiration for the team.—
Aaliyan Mohammed,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 Aug. 2025
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An examination of policing data from the Bureau of Justice Statistics by the Prison Policy Initiative shows Black people continue to experience racial disparities still with regard to arrests and use of force.—
Raisa Habersham,
Miami Herald,
14 Aug. 2025
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With regard to commercial spaceflight, the White House ordered the Transportation Department to create a list of activities officials there believe are not subject to NEPA, and establish exclusions under NEPA for launch and reentry licenses.—
Stephen Clark,
ArsTechnica,
14 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Or, simply admire the talent that manifests throughout Sewanee.—
Lydia Mansel,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Aug. 2025
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Every indigenous animal plays an important role in the ecosystem, and students will learn to respect and admire, from a safe distance, these important reptiles.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
12 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Good news: An appreciation of good graces isn’t going anywhere, at least in our neck of the woods.—
Betsy Cribb Watson,
Southern Living,
16 Aug. 2025
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The store has an intimate but dynamic feel, designed to spark conversation, connection and a deeper appreciation for diverse storytelling.—
American Booksellers Association,
USA Today,
15 Aug. 2025
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Candidates complete a detailed questionnaire covering their background, litigation history, writing samples, and references — including adversaries and judges.—
Muhammad U. Faridi,
New York Daily News,
17 Aug. 2025
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Their franchises became universal references: the September issue, the Swimsuit Issue, the person of the year, the Playboy centerfold, the New Yorker cartoon.—
Leah Asmelash,
CNN Money,
16 Aug. 2025
Verb
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The sweet yellow box bedroom is a hit with kids, and grown-ups will appreciate the calm, thoughtful set up.—
Katharine Sohn,
Architectural Digest,
15 Aug. 2025
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Every panel and every page are so luxuriously rendered that Skybound is offering a deluxe oversized edition for fans who want to appreciate every detail.—
Rob Salkowitz,
Forbes.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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Others have shared their praise for Poehler, who helped Plaza speak about her grief for the first time since Baena's passing.—
Greta Cross,
USA Today,
21 Aug. 2025
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Today’s Wordle Hints And Answer Wordle Bot’s Starting Word: SLATE My Starting Word Today: SPINE (480 words remaining) The Hint: Enthusiastic praise.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes.com,
21 Aug. 2025
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Declining a compliment can make the giver feel rejected.—
Brittney Melton,
NPR,
4 Aug. 2025
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And sure, heartbreak is universal, but to borrow another phrase: Hell hath no fury like a woman scorned, and Olivia Rodrigo is currently one of its loudest voices (again, a compliment).—
Jessi Roti,
Chicago Tribune,
2 Aug. 2025
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“Respect.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/respect. Accessed 23 Aug. 2025.
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