1
as in attention
a state of being aware
it has come to my observation that you've been missing a lot of school lately
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as in adherence
the following of a custom, rule, or law
a society in which a strict observation of business etiquette is expected of visiting foreigners
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Recent Examples of observation
The book’s thinking operates on a discomforting familiarity that requires readers to trust Bataille’s journey alongside gristly observations and impulses.
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Literary Hub,
26 June 2026
Gemini, on the other hand, is a Mutable Air sign associated with language, learning, observation and the exchange of ideas.
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Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
26 June 2026
Greece’s satellite network is part of a European push linking launch vehicles, navigation systems, Earth observation networks and secure communications into a more sovereign technological ecosystem.
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ABC News,
26 June 2026
Scientists carried out quick follow-up observations across different wavelengths of light to seek out the particle’s origin point.
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Ashley Strickland,
CNN Money,
26 June 2026
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Literary Hub,
26 June 2026
Gemini, on the other hand, is a Mutable Air sign associated with language, learning, observation and the exchange of ideas.
—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
26 June 2026
Greece’s satellite network is part of a European push linking launch vehicles, navigation systems, Earth observation networks and secure communications into a more sovereign technological ecosystem.
—
ABC News,
26 June 2026
Scientists carried out quick follow-up observations across different wavelengths of light to seek out the particle’s origin point.
—
Ashley Strickland,
CNN Money,
26 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for observation
Recent Examples of Synonyms for observation
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Despite Schlossberg's national attention, most current polls show either New York Assemblymembers Alex Bores or Micah Lasher as frontrunners.
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Seek prompt medical attention for deep puncture wounds or wounds contaminated by dirt or debris.
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However, there is plenty of uncertainty surrounding adherence to the MoU, with the Wall Street Journal reporting Thursday that Iran expects to reel in $40 billion per year as part of a mechanism to impose tolls.
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Disappearing Japandi slats and minimal, low-to-the-ground frames were the prevailing bedroom fixtures, with an almost prescriptive adherence to the same overall look—white percale sheets, Noguchi lanterns, and midcentury alarm clocks.
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At least two other children in Florida have died in hot cars since the beginning of 2026, according to the education and public awareness group Kids and Cars.
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The most obvious factor being that the games are being played in the US, Canada and Mexico, which raises Americans’ overall awareness and puts matches in far more favorable TV windows.
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Before publishing, journalists reviewed this content in compliance with McClatchy Media’s AI policy.
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And a final deal that lacks stringent verification procedures to monitor Iran’s compliance will not be worth the paper that it’s printed on.
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Placide, who has announced this will be his final international tournament, seemed determined to end his career on a high note.
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Take notes on what’s ready to change.
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Congress officially designated the last Monday in September to honor that observance.
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The June nonfarm payrolls report is due out Thursday instead of the usual Friday because the market is closed Friday in observance of the Independence Day holiday.
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To find relief, many people turn to therapy, exercise, lifestyle changes, support groups, mindfulness practices or medication.
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Practices such as breathing exercises, mindfulness and time in nature are frequently discussed in conversations about nervous system regulation.
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Davis didn't seek polished conformity but distinctive voices, then built an ecosystem of support.
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Vans noted that the campaign draws inspiration from zine-like punk graphics and the DIY spirit of the capsule, exuding non-conformity and challenging the status quo.
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“Observation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/observation. Accessed 3 Jul. 2026.
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