Keeps
Respect and keeps are semantically related. in commemorate topic. In some cases you can use "Respect" instead a verb "Keeps".
Both words in one sentence
- He keeps Ky's polite speech patterns, but uses them in contexts that make them sound a bunch more arrogant (such as saying "As expected." as a win quote instead of as a respect).
Source: Tropers / Wax -
Villainous Valour: Generally keeps his word, and treats his opponents with great respect.
Source: Comic Book / Apocalypse - Batman even keeps Superman & Wonder Woman's relationship a secret for as long as he could out of respect.
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