in that regard

Meanings

1. 1phrasefixed phraseformal

   Concerning that particular point or matter just mentioned.

   Grammar: Used as a linking phrase, usually at the start or end of a sentence; it refers back to something already said.

   Patterns

   • in that regard, ...
   • ... in that regard

   The new rules are strict, but in that regard they match what other countries do.

   She has always been careful with money, and in that regard she takes after her father.

   In that regard, the report makes no clear recommendation.

2. 2phrasefixed phraseformal

   On that subject; with respect to that specific aspect.

   Grammar: Often used to narrow a discussion to one part of a wider topic.

   Patterns

   • nothing further in that regard
   • helpful in that regard

   We have received no further news in that regard.

   The training was useful, and the follow-up session was especially helpful in that regard.

Common combinations

in that regard

In that regard, the two plans are very similar.

nothing further in that regard

There is nothing further to report in that regard.

helpful in that regard

Your advice was helpful in that regard.

in this regard

In this regard, the older version was better.

Synonyms and how they differ

in that respect

Almost the same meaning and equally formal; 'in that regard' often sounds slightly more official.

on that point

Clearer and more conversational, used when you mean one specific argument or detail.

in that connection

More formal and more common in written reports than in speech.

Word family

regarding preposition

About or concerning something.

regardless adverb

In spite of something; without being affected by it.

Commonly confused: in that regard or in this regard?

Practice

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