Hold in awe (7)

I believe the answer is:

respect

(Other definitions for respect that I've seen before include "Observe" , "Avoid offending" , "Hold in high regard" , "Admire, think highly of" , "Treat with care, deference" .)

I've seen this clue in the Sydney Morning Herald.

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