disregard
verb (used with object)
to pay no attention to; leave out of consideration; ignore.
are disregarding
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present progressiveof disregard.present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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And there is growing concern that some AI crawlers are disregarding existing protocols for excluding bots.
From BBC ● Jul. 1, 2025
Amnesty International says companies are not doing enough to address human rights concerns and are disregarding international human rights laws and standards, as well as national legislation and U.N.
From Seattle Times ● Sep. 12, 2023
"We're saddened that the platforms and the sellers are disregarding the core mission of the cookie program."
From Salon ● Mar. 9, 2023
Despite signs posted in hallways around the Capitol stating that “use of face covering is required,” some lawmakers and staffers are disregarding the rule around the Capitol complex from time to time causing consternation.
From Washington Times ● Feb. 8, 2022
“You are disregarding your own best interests,” the goblin said.
From Bluebeard by Clifton Johnson
