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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
Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 3 Apr. 2025
Infused in all of these practices is the conviction that children are not lesser proto-adults, but fellow beings worthy of respect and agency regardless of their behavior.
—Gail Cornwall, The Atlantic, 3 Apr. 2025
Liam Twomey, New York Times, 3 Apr. 2025
The most effective support comes from parents who provide structure and encouragement while respecting their student's autonomy.
—Dr. Aviva Legatt, Forbes.com, 2 Apr. 2025
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Noun
The actress also provides practical advice on everything from fostering mutual respect in relationships and navigating friendships, to the keys to attracting a high-profile partner.
—Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 3 Apr. 2025
Infused in all of these practices is the conviction that children are not lesser proto-adults, but fellow beings worthy of respect and agency regardless of their behavior.
—Gail Cornwall, The Atlantic, 3 Apr. 2025
Verb
Jackson is respected for his work ethic and all-round contribution but his erratic finishing is a source of deep frustration, made even more fraught by the lack of credible No 9 alternatives available to Maresca.
—Liam Twomey, New York Times, 3 Apr. 2025
The most effective support comes from parents who provide structure and encouragement while respecting their student's autonomy.
—Dr. Aviva Legatt, Forbes.com, 2 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for respect
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So in that regard, Josh Christopher, Keshad Johnson and Isaiah Stevens likely will remain within the Heat’s realm at least through the early stages of the offseason.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
4 Apr. 2025
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It’s designed to not only be easy to hit drives with, but also playable right off the fairway grass – behaving more like a long fairway wood in that regard.—
Scott Kramer,
Forbes.com,
4 Apr. 2025
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Trump, in his first term, expressed a modicum of admiration while visiting what is affectionately called the Black Smithsonian.—
David Remnick,
New Yorker,
6 Apr. 2025
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The matching tattoos aren't just a stamp of admiration for the number.—
Caché McClay,
USA Today,
4 Apr. 2025
Verb
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On the one hand, such tactical flexibility is to be admired as Potter looks to implement a style of play that is grounded in the same principles, irrespective of his system or personnel.—
Mark Carey,
New York Times,
7 Apr. 2025
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Audi can make your 2010s niche racing dreams come true, in other words, which is probably a better way to spend the money burning a hole in your pocket than buying yet another supercar that will sit in a garage to be admired.—
Erik Shilling,
Robb Report,
7 Apr. 2025
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Such language was missing in Mattel’s proxy statement this year, with no references to diversity or ethnicity, as well as data about women and minorities on its board.—
Winston Cho,
HollywoodReporter,
7 Apr. 2025
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Cramer said, in a reference to the difficulty of timing the market.—
Morgan Chittum,
CNBC,
7 Apr. 2025
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Vintage Chicago Tribune: 24 incredible Black Chicagoans Black History Month is almost over, Chicago — but our appreciation for the men and women of this beautiful community continues throughout the year.—
Kori Rumore,
Chicago Tribune,
6 Apr. 2025
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Taking into account dividends and investment appreciation over time, Forbes estimates Prenosil has at least $280 million in wealth outside her Dick’s stock.—
Jemima McEvoy,
Forbes.com,
6 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Thai isn’t a particularly easy language to learn but an effort to grasp the basics will always be appreciated by the locals.—
Kathleen Peddicord,
Forbes.com,
5 Apr. 2025
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To truly appreciate Toronto's culinary heritage, Kish recommends diving into the city's food history—including surprising discoveries like the Canadian origins of sushi pizza and Hawaiian pizza.—
Kimberly Lyn,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Apr. 2025
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So Forest’s recruitment team again deserve significant praise.—
Paul Taylor,
New York Times,
9 Apr. 2025
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Poehler's commitment to her character led to immense success for Parks and Rec over the years, with the star earning praise from audiences and the TV Academy, which honored her with eight Emmy nominations across several categories for her work on the sitcom as a producer, actress, and writer.—
Joey Nolfi,
EW.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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Ojai Valley Inn’s views its Spiritual Wellness program as a compliment to more traditional Spa and Wellness practices that are also offered such as a signature Ojai massage or a nature walk in within the Mind Body program.—
Yola Robert,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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To Benny Blanco, being compared to Bad Bunny quite the compliment!—
Daniela Avila,
People.com,
7 Apr. 2025
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“Respect.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/respect. Accessed 14 Apr. 2025.
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