Synonyms

in re

American

[in ree, rey] / ɪn ˈri, ˈreɪ /

preposition

in the matter of.

in re British

/ ɪn ˈreɪ /

preposition

in the matter of: used esp in bankruptcy proceedings

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Etymology

Origin of in re

Borrowed into English from Latin around 1875–80

Example Sentences

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He has appointed a new panel to review the syllabus, which means the four main Christian churches will not be solely responsible for deciding what is taught in RE.

From BBC

So in future children are likely to be taught about a range of religions in RE, not just Christianity, from the earliest years of primary school.

From BBC

Twelve years later, in a case called In re Kemmler, the first person scheduled to die in the electric chair asked the court to strike down that method.

From Slate

He has helped his servant Israel, in re-

From BBC

And again, I think this hangs on one decision made by Chief Justice Salmon Chase in In Re Griffin in 1869.

From Slate

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