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In regard to vs. In regards to
In regard to
/ɪn rɪˈɡɑːd tuː/Examples:
She spoke earnestly in regard to the upcoming policy changes.The memo was clear in regard to the dress code for the event.In regard to your request, we will respond promptly.
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This word has no antonymsIn regards to
/ɪn rɪˈɡɑrdz tuː/Examples:
I have queries in regards to your recent proposal.Let's meet in regards to our upcoming project.In regards to the invoice, please contact our finance team.
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Ways to tell them apart:
- In regard to is the standard and more formal expression.
- In regards to is often used colloquially, but many consider it incorrect in formal writing.
- Remember that regard is singular in the phrase, similar to how you would not say in the respects of instead of in respect to.
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