respect
Example Sentences
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Director Ryan Coogler is widely respected for what he was able to pull off with the film, which has a whopping 16 nominations.
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Sir Tony described Woolas as "a greatly respected and admired colleague, and a source of both humour and rich political insight to all lucky enough to know him".
From BBC
It said that the crematorium had always "sought to respect and honour" individual family wishes and it understood how meaningful it could be to have a loved one remembered in a particular place.
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In a professional setting, like a networking event or gala, a graceful departure signals respect—whether it’s a quick “Wonderful to see you” or a subtle wave to the host.
With due respect to both readers, there are two criteria for evaluating an ally: the strength, effectiveness and combat readiness of its forces today and its political will to act in support of its allies.
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
