Thesaurus results for AS FOR

as for

preposition

Definition of as for

as in regarding

having to do with as for the others, let them get their own dinner

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Recent Examples of as for As the tournament surges in popularity, some casual fans and influencers aren’t attending for the tennis as much as for the vibes. — Albert Samaha, Washington Post, 9 Sep. 2026 For the young filmmaker, as for the young person, personalities are tangled woods of curiosity and risk. — Richard Brody, New Yorker, 9 Sep. 2026 The South Korean nationals are among a growing number of people who have been abducted in recent months as for-ransom kidnappings remain a persistent threat as armed groups continue to expand their terriroties. — Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 3 Sep. 2026 Many rely on agriculture for their livelihoods, though some have also turned to tourism as the region has become increasingly popular for outdoor activities like trekking and rafting – as well as for religious tourism. — Jessie Yeung, CNN Money, 27 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for as for

Recent Examples of Synonyms for as for

Preposition

Metro Police detectives are continuing to investigate the shooting, and are in contact with the District Attorney’s Office regarding charging decisions.

— Vivian Jones, Nashville Tennessean, 18 Oct. 2025
Was any decision made regarding reducing Partey’s media obligations?

— James McNicholas, New York Times, 11 July 2025

Definition of regarding

Preposition

Detainees were eventually taken into a tent and questioned by ICE agents about their immigration status.

— Philip Wang, Time, 19 Oct. 2026
Following backlash, Crawford removed the post from her X timeline on Sunday afternoon and apologized for violating the network’s standards, amid complaints from internal and external critics about the post to CBS News leadership.

— semafor.com, semafor.com, 19 Oct. 2026

Definition of about

Preposition

Its components must balance dexterity, durability, cost, and ease of maintenance, particularly as the robot moves toward wider industrial use.

— Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 15 Oct. 2026
Zoledronate might also offer a way to increase the number and activity of these immune cells, while tarlatamab could help direct their attack towards tumors.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 15 Oct. 2026

Definition of toward

Preposition

Jimmy Kimmel set his sights on Katie Zacharia, the latest blonde woman to act as Donald Trump‘s press secretary.

— Emily Zemler, Rolling Stone, 14 Oct. 2026
Today’s Theme This puzzle narrates a breakdown in communication that takes place, presumably, on a video call.

— Sam Corbin, New York Times, 14 Oct. 2026

Definition of on

Preposition

Bags of mashed potatoes, beans and mac and cheese in the water of a steam holding unit, reheating.

— NWA Democrat-Gazette, Arkansas Online, 19 Oct. 2026
Protesters heard from Terri Pickens, the Democratic candidate for Idaho governor, and Melanie Folwell, the executive director of the organization that put Prop 1 on the ballot.

— Sarah Cutler, Idaho Statesman, 19 Oct. 2026

Definition of of

Preposition

When the Gulf state launched its golden visa in 2019, the government offered 10-year residency to people who could invest at least $545,000 into property as well as to researchers, teachers and specialized talent.

— Mia Osmonbekov, Fortune, 18 Oct. 2026
In the lobby, the beams and columns join with such deliberate overelaborations as to mock the simplicity of the overall building.

— Edward Keegan, Chicago Tribune, 18 Oct. 2026

Definition of as to

Preposition

But the more productive expansion has to do with character, especially as regards Carrie and her mother, who is not the deranged, abusive religious fanatic of previous versions, but an essentially loving parent frightened of the modern world.

— Robert Lloyd, Los Angeles Times, 6 Oct. 2026
There’s a New Sound From The AirPods While there’s little information to go on as regards updates and new features, Apple has released firmware updates for its premium ticket AirPods.

— Ewan Spence, Forbes.com, 19 June 2026

Definition of as regards

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