disregard
verb (used with object)
to pay no attention to; leave out of consideration; ignore.
have disregarded
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present perfectof disregard.present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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How have you responded to naysayers who may have disregarded some of the interviewees' claims of racism, sexism, and sexualization as subjective?
From Salon ● Apr. 6, 2024
They would simply ignore or evade it, just as they have disregarded existing ethics legislation.
From Slate ● Sep. 27, 2023
“This is not the first time that defendants have disregarded the law governing elections,” the lawsuit said.
From New York Times ● Mar. 8, 2023
Some districts and cities have disregarded the ban, moving forward with implementing their own requirements.
From Seattle Times ● Sep. 15, 2021
When no other plans exist, this is a good one; but it is very bad to have disregarded all other remedies for this one.
From "The Prince" by Niccolò Machiavelli
