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| as to |
with regard to; concerning. [1/2 definitions] |
| caveat |
a warning or caution, esp. with regard to the limits or stipulations of an agreement. [1/3 definitions] |
| coloring |
appearance, esp. facial, with regard to color; complexion. [1/4 definitions] |
| criticize |
to judge with regard to flaws and strengths. [1/4 definitions] |
| emotionally |
with regard to the feelings. |
| entente |
an accord of countries or other political units with regard to specified mutual positions or courses of action. [1/2 definitions] |
| geology |
the study of the physical structure, composition and development of the earth or other solid astronomical bodies, esp. with regard to rocks and land forms. [1/2 definitions] |
| housecleaning |
the act or process of improving conditions, as in a business or corporation, with regard to personnel, methods of operation, or the like. [1/2 definitions] |
| hydrostatics |
(used with a sing. verb) the scientific study of liquids at rest, esp. with regard to pressure and equilibrium. |
| idealistic |
believing in noble ideas, principles, and values, especially with regard to the possibility of making positive change in the world. |
| in principle |
with regard to theory, aside from practical application. |
| intonation |
the act or manner of speaking, esp. with regard to pitch and its reflection of meaning. [1/3 definitions] |
| kinky |
(informal) characterized by odd or bizarre qualities, particularly with regard to sexual activity. [1/2 definitions] |
| licentious |
not within the bounds of morality or propriety, esp. with regard to sexual conduct; immoral; lewd. |
| make sure |
to make (something) certain, or to make oneself feel sure with regard to something. |
| materially |
with regard to physical matter. [1/2 definitions] |
| normative |
of, pertaining to, or prescribing a law, standard, or norm, esp. with regard to correctness in speaking, writing, or behavior. |
| on |
with regard to; about; concerning. [1/19 definitions] |
| over |
by the means of (used esp. with regard to a mode of communication); via. [1/29 definitions] |
| -plasty |
formation, esp. with regard to plastic surgery. |
| position |
to put (oneself) in a particular location, stance, or attitude, either physically or with regard to an issue or situation. [1/9 definitions] |
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