respecting
word · lemma: respect
Definition
'Respecting' means showing consideration or honor towards someone or something. It can also refer to following certain rules or traditions.
Usage & Nuances
'Respecting' is the present participle of 'respect', used in continuous tenses (e.g., 'She is respecting her parents') or as a preposition meaning 'regarding' (formal/rare: 'respecting your request'). Mostly used for people's actions, rarely as a formal synonym for 'regarding'.
Example Sentences
He is respecting the rules of the game.
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The children are respecting each other's space.
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Thanks for respecting my decision, even if you don't agree.
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People aren't always great at respecting privacy online.
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She did a great job respecting everyone's opinions during the meeting.
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She is respecting her teacher by listening carefully.
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