1
as in seeing
to make note of (something) through the use of one's eyes
did you notice what she was wearing?
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2
as in mentioning
to make reference to or speak about briefly but specifically
briefly noticed in his lecture the author's first published work
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Recent Examples of noticing
Royd and Maribel Lemus, co-owners of Royd’s at Gateway Farms and Nursery, expanded their farm to offer home-style Cuban food, juices, a mechanical bull, petting zoos, and gathering a space after noticing people were eager to spend time outside after the pandemic.
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Delia Rose Sauer,
Miami Herald,
19 June 2026
Every moment of noticing interrupts the automatic stream of thinking and reconnects you with the present moment.
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Bryan Robinson,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2026
My work is driven by a fascination with atmosphere, emotion, and the quiet beauty hidden in everyday life—the kind of moments most people pass by without noticing.
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Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
18 June 2026
People are noticing the massive covering remains in the way, however.
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Phillip M. Bailey,
USA Today,
18 June 2026
Analysts are also noticing the changing math in consumer behavior.
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Florence Ion,
PC Magazine,
18 June 2026
Harrison’s lawyer, Deputy Public Defender Jared Winter, told jurors that Harrison killed Gormley in self-defense, after noticing a pistol grip Taser on Gormley’s waistband and believing Gormley meant to pull a firearm on him.
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Nate Gartrell,
Mercury News,
16 June 2026
Now, more people are noticing and appreciating it.
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Daniel D'addario,
Variety,
13 June 2026
Cycle syncing is most useful as a framework for noticing your own patterns rather than a strict rulebook.
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Allison Palmer
updated June 13,
Sacbee.com,
13 June 2026
Delia Rose Sauer,
Miami Herald,
19 June 2026
Every moment of noticing interrupts the automatic stream of thinking and reconnects you with the present moment.
—
Bryan Robinson,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2026
My work is driven by a fascination with atmosphere, emotion, and the quiet beauty hidden in everyday life—the kind of moments most people pass by without noticing.
—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
18 June 2026
People are noticing the massive covering remains in the way, however.
—
Phillip M. Bailey,
USA Today,
18 June 2026
Analysts are also noticing the changing math in consumer behavior.
—
Florence Ion,
PC Magazine,
18 June 2026
Harrison’s lawyer, Deputy Public Defender Jared Winter, told jurors that Harrison killed Gormley in self-defense, after noticing a pistol grip Taser on Gormley’s waistband and believing Gormley meant to pull a firearm on him.
—
Nate Gartrell,
Mercury News,
16 June 2026
Now, more people are noticing and appreciating it.
—
Daniel D'addario,
Variety,
13 June 2026
Cycle syncing is most useful as a framework for noticing your own patterns rather than a strict rulebook.
—
Allison Palmer
updated June 13,
Sacbee.com,
13 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for noticing
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The journey in seeing a friend’s city anew becomes another way of seeing home.
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On June 9, witnesses reported seeing a man start a small brush fire in a field behind the Wal-Mart on Camino Arroyo, according to the Santa Clara County Sheriff’s Office.
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Heck, there were ways to do it without mentioning them at all.
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King’s attorney, Bill Mason, began his presentation by referencing Bosworth’s mentioning a defendant can’t be judged for not testifying in their own defense.
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On Wednesday, officers arrested the suspect after spotting him in the Clark-Fulton neighborhood, according to the police statement.
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The lower the number, the brighter the object, with the human eye capable of spotting targets down to a magnitude of +6 from a dark sky location.
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On June 11, the Pima County Sheriff’s Department released a statement specifying that Mexican authorities had not contacted them about the tip or the search efforts, but saying the investigation was still ongoing.
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Its Senate sponsor, Chicago Democrat Ram Villivalam, acknowledged more work was needed without specifying what stalled the bill.
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After their convincing wins over Paraguay and Australia that sent them on to the knockout rounds, however, many are starting to readjust their expectations regarding the ceiling of this squad.
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The visit is part of Islamabad’s ongoing efforts regarding Iranian-US negotiations, Tasnim reported.
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Fernández emphasized the gravity of the situation, noting that obtaining a license is a privilege that requires knowledge of traffic laws.
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Worth noting Relievers Sam Hentges and Ryan Walker made their first appearances back at Oracle Park since the Pride Night controversy became a national story.
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Satellite, rocket and robotics startups are in testing Outside of the trillion-dollar-plus tech stock universe, several startups are also eyeing the skies.
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Like others in her party, Kamlager-Dove is eyeing the upcoming midterms as a moment for potential change.
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Multiple federal, state and local officials announced in June that the projects would not be moving forward, citing conversations with immigration authorities.
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Kylee explained that Aven eventually ended things again, citing the damage done to their relationship.
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“Noticing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/noticing. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.
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