Synonyms

regarding

American

[ri-gahr-ding] / rɪˈgɑr dɪŋ /

preposition

with regard to; respecting; concerning.

He said nothing regarding the lost watch.

regarding British

/ rɪˈɡɑːdɪŋ /

preposition

in respect of; on the subject of

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Etymology

Origin of regarding

First recorded in 1785–95; regard + -ing ²

Example Sentences

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“All correspondence regarding the account was sent to my wife’s email.”

From The Wall Street Journal

What led men like him into rooms where they made decisions regarding a country they knew nothing about?

From Salon

Some counties have noticed the major increase through their mosquito traps or from calls for service regarding the flying pests.

From Los Angeles Times

But he’s also been gratified to see the excitement among younger fans regarding what he views as the Beach Boys’ last great album.

From Los Angeles Times

Roberts said the Dodgers are on the same page as Team Japan is regarding Yamamoto’s workload in the WBC.

From Los Angeles Times

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