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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Relevance
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2
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
One poem may recall a kitchen moment with a loved one; the next may hold a small observation about birdsong or the feel of the morning light.
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Nia Bowers, USA Today, 12 Aug. 2025
But such observations were largely drowned out by the headline-generating rhetoric of other A.I. leaders.
—Cal Newport, New Yorker, 12 Aug. 2025
The National Weather Service’s official observation site at General Mitchell International Airport recorded 6.91 inches of rainfall over Aug. 9 and 10 — the city's second-wettest day on record, dating back 154 years.
—Brandi D. Addison, jsonline.com, 11 Aug. 2025
Based on years of observation as an educator, my opinion is that by the age of 16, a majority of females demonstrate maturity sufficient to make rational decisions.
—Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 1 Aug. 2025
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Nia Bowers, USA Today, 12 Aug. 2025
But such observations were largely drowned out by the headline-generating rhetoric of other A.I. leaders.
—Cal Newport, New Yorker, 12 Aug. 2025
The National Weather Service’s official observation site at General Mitchell International Airport recorded 6.91 inches of rainfall over Aug. 9 and 10 — the city's second-wettest day on record, dating back 154 years.
—Brandi D. Addison, jsonline.com, 11 Aug. 2025
Based on years of observation as an educator, my opinion is that by the age of 16, a majority of females demonstrate maturity sufficient to make rational decisions.
—Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 1 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for observation
Noun
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As those markets mature, attention shifts toward practical applications that enhance business operations rather than create new trading vehicles.—
Sean Lee,
Forbes.com,
14 Aug. 2025
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Around the same time that Friedland gained national attention—in 2023, after the 1975 front man, Matty Healy, went on the show and laughed at racist jokes about the rapper Ice Spice—a change started to occur.—
Brady Brickner-Wood,
New Yorker,
13 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Ninety-day mail order can boost adherence and cut abandonment rates by nearly 40%.—
John Samuels,
Forbes.com,
12 Aug. 2025
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Other projects demand a mash-up of genres to heighten rhythm, deepen thematic concerns, or reflect a character’s obsessions in a way that a strict adherence to one genre can’t.—
Matthew Clark Davison,
Literary Hub,
25 July 2025
Noun
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The brains undergirding this contextual awareness now runs on Amazon’s Alexa Custom Assistant architecture.—
IEEE Spectrum,
IEEE Spectrum,
7 Aug. 2025
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That study also included a separate group of participants who showed observable, external signs of awareness.—
Mariana Lenharo & Nature magazine,
Scientific American,
6 Aug. 2025
Noun
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By meticulously evaluating the nuances of equity transactions, professionals can not only enhance the reliability of their valuation judgments but also ensure greater compliance with financial reporting and tax regulations.—
Meenal Aggarwal,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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Because the performance isn’t just about mere compliance.—
Rachel Marsden,
Hartford Courant,
6 Aug. 2025
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Yet, as Root notes, the series does move on, delivering a King of the Hill for a new generation.—
Abbey White,
HollywoodReporter,
7 Aug. 2025
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That means balancing the sweetness with the right amount of heat, acid, and savory notes, like in this Peach Salsa.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
7 Aug. 2025
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Hegseth made the announcement ahead of the last weekend of Pride Month, the monthlong observance of the LGBTQ+ community that also coincides with the anniversary of the Stonewall uprising of 1969.—
June 27,
CBS News,
27 June 2025
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At no time were code violations identified, and each report mentions the observance of a capuchin monkey.—
Madeline King,
Kansas City Star,
25 July 2025
Noun
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This emotional availability helps build relational mindfulness and the ability to trust in the consistency of love even when moods shift or life gets chaotic.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
11 Aug. 2025
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There’s no need to ditch your coffee and tea entirely—a bit of mindfulness around consumption goes a long way.—
Calin Van Paris,
Outside,
9 Aug. 2025
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While federal funders have a legitimate interest in setting ethical and legal boundaries, the principle at stake is that participation in public research should be judged by quality and contribution, not political conformity.—
John Drake,
Forbes.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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To aid him in the performance of these duties, he is authorized to appoint certain officers, who act by his authority and in conformity with his orders.—
Liz Tracey,
JSTOR Daily,
29 July 2025
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“Observation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/observation. Accessed 19 Aug. 2025.
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