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in respect to

ADJECTIVE
respecting
Synonyms
STRONG
concerning
WEAK
about as to in connection with referring to relating to with reference to with regard to
ADVERB
accordingly
Synonyms
STRONGEST
appropriately correspondingly properly proportionately respectively subsequently therefore thus
STRONG
consequently in due course
WEAK
as a consequence as a result duly equally ergo fitly hence in consequence in that event resultantly so suitably then under the circumstances
Antonyms
WEAK
inappropriately unsuitably
PREPOSITION
about
Synonyms
WEAK
apropos as concerns as respects dealing with in connection with in relation to referring to regarding relative to touching touching on
Antonyms
WEAK
afar away distant far remote

Example Sentences

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“There’s potential for a lot of see-sawing in Washington on environmental policy in respect to the auto industry,” Whiston said.

From Barron's • Feb. 12, 2026

Despite its size, the massive landform is losing about 50 billion tons of ice more than it is receiving in snowfall, which places it in a precarious position in respect to its stability.

From Science Daily • Feb. 26, 2024

"We are aware of some Member States' announcements in respect to unilateral measures. What is important right now is that all countries work in the spirit of compromise and engage constructively," a Commission spokeswoman said.

From Reuters • Sep. 17, 2023

"Football Australia understands Fifa has entered into a destination partnership agreement in respect to the Fifa Women's World Cup Australia and New Zealand 2023," Football Australia said in a statement.

From BBC • Feb. 1, 2023

“Anthony Márez,” I replied, “Antonio Juan Márez y Luna,” I added in respect to my mother.

From "Bless Me, Ultima" by Rudolfo Anaya