respect
noun
a particular, detail, or point (usually preceded byin ).
are respecting
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present progressiveof respect.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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It proposes a global agreement on how to potentially slow development and a mechanism for verifying that competitors are respecting it.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 4, 2026
Asked about the role the US should play, Dr Tedros said "since the US has brokered the peace deal it has the responsibility of making sure that all sides are respecting" it.
From BBC ● Oct. 22, 2025
There have been reports, generally from fans taking photos and cellphone video at Climate Pledge Arena, that not all fans are respecting mask rules.
From Seattle Times ● Dec. 21, 2021
What makes acts of humanity universal are respecting the tiny details and specifics.
From Salon ● Sep. 11, 2021
I have thus said unto thee, O chief of the Kurus, what the regulations are respecting the excellent gift of sesame seeds.
From The Mahabharata of Krishna-Dwaipayana Vyasa, Volume 4 Books 13, 14, 15, 16, 17 and 18 by Kisari Mohan Ganguli
