in respect to
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The conclusion is often debatable, but not in respect to one major municipal project.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 20, 2026
"It might work in our favour in respect to player recruitment and things like that, because of his standing in the game," says Glen Worrell, secretary at Colchester United Supporters Association.
From BBC ● Apr. 15, 2026
“There’s potential for a lot of see-sawing in Washington on environmental policy in respect to the auto industry,” Whiston said.
From Barron's ● Feb. 12, 2026
Despite its size, the massive landform is losing about 50 billion tons of ice more than it is receiving in snowfall, which places it in a precarious position in respect to its stability.
From Science Daily ● Feb. 26, 2024
“Anthony Márez,” I replied, “Antonio Juan Márez y Luna,” I added in respect to my mother.
From "Bless Me, Ultima" by Rudolfo Anaya
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