respecting

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His defence of the much‑criticised centre‑circle huddle - in which he said his players were "respecting the ball" - only invited yet more criticism.

From BBC • Mar. 23, 2026

The guess here is that the mullahs are not exactly fanatics when it comes to respecting each other’s voting rights.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 4, 2026

“We remain committed to ensuring a safe, welcoming school environment for all students while respecting the crucial role parents play in students’ lives,” the statement said.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 3, 2026

But he added he hoped the new title managed to "redefine survival horror in interesting new ways", while still "respecting the DNA of the series".

From BBC • Feb. 27, 2026

She’d give me a lecture about respecting my possessions, even though I’d heard it a thousand times before.

From "Made You Up" by Francesca Zappia