regardless of

preposition

Synonyms of regardless ofnext
: without taking into account
accepts all regardless of age
also : in spite of
regardless of our mistakes

Examples of regardless of in a Sentence

regardless of what was previously agreed to, we now refuse to sign the contract
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But the court also agreed to hear arguments about whether the Democratic mid-decade gerrymandering push is legal, regardless of whether voters approve the referendum. Dave Goldiner, New York Daily News, 13 Feb. 2026 My leadership on the bench is guided by judicial ethics, the Constitution, and a commitment to impartiality, independence, and due process — principles that serve all litigants, regardless of political belief. Charlotte Observer, 13 Feb. 2026 These anecdotes help members internalize market insights and gain perspective on the behavioral side of portfolio management, regardless of where market indices head. CNBC, 13 Feb. 2026 Many of the couple’s issues will be familiar to pregnant couples in general, regardless of the genders involved. Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 13 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for regardless of

Word History

First Known Use

1837, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of regardless of was in 1837

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“Regardless of.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/regardless%20of. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.

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