in respect to

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Definition of in respect tonext
as in about
having to do with I have a few questions in respect to your last comment.

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Recent Examples of in respect to My intention is to promote public education in respect to proper irrigation, water conservation, stormwater protection and best practices. — Orlando Sentinel Staff, The Orlando Sentinel, 13 Oct. 2026 The conclusion is often debatable, but not in respect to one major municipal project. — Business Columnist, Los Angeles Times, 20 Aug. 2026 But this is more important, in respect to the extinction crisis and the role the reptile trade plays in the global wildlife and exotic animal trade. — Stephen Schaefer, Boston Herald, 6 Aug. 2026
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  1. with respect to
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  • The United States needs to revive its powers of attraction and treat its neighbors with respect to restore and expand a constructive continental partnership.
    — Robert B. Zoellick, Foreign Affairs, 9 Oct. 2026
  • But surrogacy laws vary by state, creating a patchwork with respect to enforceability.
    — Naomi Cahn, The Conversation, 9 Oct. 2026
Definition of with respect to
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  • The studio released a statement Thursday in regard to Soderbergh coming aboard.
    — Justin Kroll, Deadline, 15 Oct. 2026
  • What should be done by Florida’s utility regulators in regard to it?
    — Orlando Sentinel Staff, The Orlando Sentinel, 13 Oct. 2026
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“In respect to.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/in%20respect%20to. Accessed 22 Oct. 2026.

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