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respect

[ri-spekt] / rɪˈspɛkt /




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“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

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

A year later, when Root relinquished the captaincy, Stokes was there with what he called "love, respect and support".

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

“At the same time, we respect the political framework in the U.S.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

He continued ranting about Mama going to jail and ignorant children and respect for elders.

From Anya and the Dragon by Sofiya Pasternack




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