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

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respecting

The discussions focused on "common principles and operational mechanisms" for ensuring the safe passage of shipping through the strait while respecting the sovereign rights of the two states, Iran's foreign ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei said.

From Barron's ● Jul. 27, 2026

"It's about respecting the office... the US-UK relationship, but where you disagree ... do it in a way that is kind of meeting him where's he's at."

From Barron's ● Jul. 19, 2026

“The companies building these technologies understand that trust is essential to long-term success, and trust begins with respecting creators’ rights,” Stiggers said in a statement to The Times.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 23, 2026

Rob said he and his daughter had been able to stay friends by respecting each other's space in the cabin.

From BBC ● Jun. 6, 2026

Trust me, he isn’t being cool, or respecting the code of the schoolyard.

From "Linked" by Gordon Korman

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