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Who wrote and originally recorded the 1965 blockbuster hit "Respect"?

respect

[ri-spekt] / rɪˈspɛkt /




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"We call on Egypt to end all forms of harassment of journalists and media outlets, and to respect and fulfil the right to freedom of expression, including the right to information," Al-Kheetan said.

From BBC ● Nov. 11, 2026

"I had an excellent conversation with Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani," Trump said on Truth Social, adding that "much was discussed with respect to the Islamic Republic of Iran".

From Barron's ● Nov. 10, 2026

He wanted to put himself around more creative people who would respect him for his work as a barber.

From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 9, 2026

If she ultimately decides they are not, she can always change her mind later and revise her will to leave the home to heirs who treat her with greater respect and appreciation.

From MarketWatch ● Nov. 9, 2026

When she spoke again, he thought at once of Clara, a presence that commanded attention and respect.

From "Night Owls" by A.R. Vishny

In many respects the egocentric Morton, born Ferdinand Joseph LaMothe, was the polar opposite of fellow New Orleanian Louis Armstrong, a radiant light bulb of a human being who also began recording in 1923.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 11, 2026

The Sheriff’s Department said in a statement Tuesday afternoon that it works closely with the district attorney’s office “throughout the investigative and judicial processes and respects its role in reviewing cases for filing consideration.”

From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 3, 2026

The $63 billion deal is historic in several respects beyond size.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 27, 2026

Four months later, he dismissed the case, saying it was inadequate in all respects.

From Salon ● Oct. 22, 2026

“After all, it’s the usual thing to do, isn’t it, to pay one’s respects to a bride?”

From "Rebecca" by Daphne du Maurier

"As we come to terms with our loss, we ask that our family's privacy be respected," they said.

From BBC ● Nov. 10, 2026

In a statement Saturday, council member Kristina Duggan, whose district includes Naples, said she respected the decision and added that the focus this winter should be on preparing the island for the upcoming weather.

From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 9, 2026

While the dissolution of a respected 95-year-old law firm was an extreme outlier event, the forces that led to it aren’t.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 8, 2026

Henderson is a popular figure, respected by staff and players and is again performing at the top level.

From BBC ● Nov. 5, 2026

Although Dr. Bliss rejected the help of several Washington doctors, he sought advice from two nationally respected surgical experts, Philadelphia's D. Hayes Agnew and New York's Frank Hamilton.

From "Ambushed!" by Gail Jarrow

Three months ago he posted a "letter for chefs" with the theme "respecting the ingredients".

From BBC ● Nov. 5, 2026

“We have to start somewhere—and Russia has to start by respecting others.”

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 13, 2026

Vaccarello began the difficult task of replacing France's Hedi Slimane at Saint Laurent in 2016, taking several seasons to identify a fresh look for the brand while also respecting its illustrious heritage.

From Barron's ● Oct. 9, 2026

Pledging love and respecting someone or a relationship can make people feel so uncomfortable that leaning into these tropes of life can feel humorous, and that’s where the laughs from a Hallmark film come from.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 25, 2026

She’d give me a lecture about respecting my possessions, even though I’d heard it a thousand times before.

From "Made You Up" by Francesca Zappia


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