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obediences

noun

plural of obedience
as in adherences
the following of a custom, rule, or law expectations of strict obedience to the guidelines were soon dashed

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  1. observations
  2. observances
  3. conformances
Noun
  • Science observations should begin in spring, with the European Space Agency covering most of the mission’s $2-billion cost.
    — Marcia Dunn, Los Angeles Times, 6 Sep. 2026
  • Pregame observations While Miami didn’t release a depth chart, a few observations came out of pregame warmups.
    — Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 5 Sep. 2026
Definition of observations
Noun
  • Winnetka organized a local flag display and additional community-wide observances.
    — Claire Murphy, Chicago Tribune, 11 Sep. 2026
  • Michigan border crossings affected by the 9/11 observances include the Sault Ste.
    — Jalen Williams, Freep.com, 10 Sep. 2026
Definition of observances
Noun
  • Explain how the agent takes in tasks and context and how the output is measured against definable tolerances (targets, conformances and limits).
    — Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2026
Definition of conformances
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