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respecting

[ri-spek-ting] / rɪˈspɛk tɪŋ /


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Hussain had to balance her goals with what she was taught about respecting older family members and their opinions.

From The Wall Street Journal

They urged opponents to focus on refining the bill to find where "genuine improvements can be made, while respecting both the will of the Commons and the overwhelming support of the public".

From BBC

"We are investing in means of action from the ground and space while respecting international law, but without any naivety," he said.

From Barron's

"Thank you also to our communities for following our key safety guidance and for respecting our staff. Their support is invaluable in allowing us to be there for those who need our help the most."

From BBC

The scheme "presents a compromise" between respecting the dead and giving residents a chance to be buried within the city, the Paris council said.

From BBC