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deference [ˈdefərəns] N

deference
顺从 shùncóng
deference
尊重 zūnzhòng

Usage examples with deference

in deference to
遵从 zūncóng
pay [or show] deference to sb
对某人表示敬意 duì mǒurén biǎoshì jìngyì

Monolingual examples (not verified by PONS Editors)

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The band members wore bare feet in deference to the temple's religious importance, frequently scorching themselves on the bare rock they were standing on.
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This is to elicit deference by the competitor.
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He has distinguished himself equally on the field of battle in deference of our country.
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Such a construction often indicates deference to either the item's owner or to the object itself.
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Bishops visiting a diocese outside their jurisdiction also wear black robes in deference to the bishop of the diocese, who alone wears red robes.
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In deference to the county colours, the club strip includes a small amount of blue in addition to the green and red.
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Deference should be accorded to the executive branch in respect of decisions concerning these matters.
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They are expected to always observe all rules of deference association with their positions and comply fully with specific instructions from senior students.
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They gave little to no deference to colonial authorities.
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Did he bow in deference to the opinion of the court?
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