In/with regard to somebody/something
prepositional phrase
In connection with, or relating to someone or something.
There have been many questions in regard to his decision.
Often appears as...
- questions in regard to
- no change in regard to
prepositional phrase
Considering or with respect to someone or something.
In regard to your recent inquiry, we have updated our database.
Often appears as...
- in regard to your
- advice in regard to
Usage tips
Formal
Academic
prepositional phrase
In connection with, or relating to someone or something.
There have been many questions in regard to his decision.
Often appears as...
- questions in regard to
- no change in regard to
prepositional phrase
Considering or with respect to someone or something.
In regard to your recent inquiry, we have updated our database.
Often appears as...
- in regard to your
- advice in regard to
Usage tips
Formal
Academic
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Medium Formality
It's less formal than 'regarding' but more formal than 'about'; suitable for professional and academic contexts.
Please see the detailed report in regard to the project's progress.
Pro Tip 2/3Connecting Ideas
Use it to connect what you’re talking about to your main topic, linking ideas smoothly.
In regard to your question, I will need more time to provide a thorough answer.
Pro Tip 3/3Transitions in Speech
It's often used to smoothly transition to a new point in presentations or discussions.
With regard to our sales targets, we need to increase our efforts.
Pro Tip 1/3Medium Formality
It's less formal than 'regarding' but more formal than 'about'; suitable for professional and academic contexts.
Please see the detailed report in regard to the project's progress.
Pro Tip 2/3Connecting Ideas
Use it to connect what you’re talking about to your main topic, linking ideas smoothly.
In regard to your question, I will need more time to provide a thorough answer.
Pro Tip 3/3Transitions in Speech
It's often used to smoothly transition to a new point in presentations or discussions.
With regard to our sales targets, we need to increase our efforts.
Pro Tip 1/3Medium Formality
It's less formal than 'regarding' but more formal than 'about'; suitable for professional and academic contexts.
Please see the detailed report in regard to the project's progress.
Pro Tip 2/3Connecting Ideas
Use it to connect what you’re talking about to your main topic, linking ideas smoothly.
In regard to your question, I will need more time to provide a thorough answer.
Pro Tip 3/3Transitions in Speech
It's often used to smoothly transition to a new point in presentations or discussions.
With regard to our sales targets, we need to increase our efforts.
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