respecting

American

[ri-spek-ting] / rɪˈspɛk tɪŋ /

preposition

regarding; concerning.

respecting British

/ rɪˈspɛktɪŋ /

preposition

concerning; regarding

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Etymology

Origin of respecting

First recorded in 1725–35; respect + -ing ²

Example Sentences

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"Castlelake's ambition is to support EasyJet as a stronger, more resilient European airline under European control, respecting EasyJet's valuable airline assets and continuing to sustain its network," the US firm said.

From BBC • Jun. 22, 2026

“I don’t think you can put a monetary value on civic pride and respecting your fan base,” Aitken said.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 18, 2026

World football's governing body FIFA, responding to a question from AFP, said it "is committed to respecting all internationally recognized human rights and strives to promote the protection of these rights."

From Barron's • May 26, 2026

“It’s about respecting the individual to make his or her choices as much as possible. The sex worker can choose to do sex work, or she can choose something else.”

From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026

But it was just another lecture about respecting ladies.

From "Cold Sassy Tree" by Olive Ann Burns

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