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respect

[ri-spekt] / rɪˈspɛkt /




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You can give your adviser a “great opportunity” to learn how to listen to his clients’ needs and respect them.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 11, 2026

Let’s just respect that as much as we can, unless it’s egregious.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

“If I call him, he’ll do it—for a huge amount less. Why? Because they like me, they respect me.”

From Slate • Jun. 11, 2026

Afghan officials have repeatedly denied the accusations from Islamabad, and counter that Pakistan harbours hostile groups and does not respect its sovereignty.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

He explained that I was a guest for the weekend and they had to treat me with respect.

From "The World According to Humphrey" by Betty G. Birney




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