regard with

regard (someone or something) with (something)

1. To think of, consider, or look upon someone or something with a particular kind of mindset or attitude. I know that she regards me with contempt ever since I betrayed her to get control of the company. I know you regard change with suspicion, but try to have an open mind about this.

2. To observe, look at, or contemplate someone or something in a particular way. The dog regarded the strange animal lying in its bed with confusion. She regarded the way he had redecorated the room with horror.

See also: regard

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regard someone or something with something

to look upon someone or something with a certain attitude or with certain expectations. The child regarded the teacher with a questioning expression. The kitten regarded the fishbowl with great curiosity.

See also: regard

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