1
as in visible
capable of being seen
scientists often work with phenomena that are not directly observable
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2
as in remarkable
worth remembering or mentioning
a man who apparently was devoid of any observable virtue
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Recent Examples of observable
Phenotype refers to how one’s genetic makeup is expressed in observable traits, including eye color, height and blood type.
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Gary Robbins, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 Apr. 2025
Reasonable suspicion testing allows a supervisor to request a drug or alcohol test if there are observable and objective signs that an employee may be under the influence.
—Johnny C. Taylor Jr., USA TODAY, 25 Mar. 2025
The cycling experience is like the observable universe.
—Rob Reed, Forbes, 11 Mar. 2025
By shifting the focus from isolated incidents to observable patterns of behavior, organizations can foster a culture where feedback thrives.
—Sandro Da Silva, Forbes, 11 Mar. 2025
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Gary Robbins, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 Apr. 2025
Reasonable suspicion testing allows a supervisor to request a drug or alcohol test if there are observable and objective signs that an employee may be under the influence.
—Johnny C. Taylor Jr., USA TODAY, 25 Mar. 2025
The cycling experience is like the observable universe.
—Rob Reed, Forbes, 11 Mar. 2025
By shifting the focus from isolated incidents to observable patterns of behavior, organizations can foster a culture where feedback thrives.
—Sandro Da Silva, Forbes, 11 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for observable
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Reuters photos from the aftermath of the incident showed paramedics and ambulances at the scene, with police cordons visible.—
Lucas Lilieholm,
CNN Money,
27 Apr. 2025
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The dress featured long sleeves and a modest neckline, with sheer portions visible at the sleeves and the lower part of the dress.—
Renan Botelho,
Footwear News,
26 Apr. 2025
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Kawhi Leonard was the star of the show, though, leading the Clippers with 39 points on a remarkable 15-for-19 shooting night.—
Bennett Durando,
Denver Post,
21 Apr. 2025
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This, in itself, is a remarkable change from the way astronauts communicated with the public from space just 15 years ago.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
22 Apr. 2025
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Combat now includes sound effects, visual effects, hit reactions and crosshairs.—
Carlie Procell,
USA Today,
23 Apr. 2025
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In his new book Cinema of Extractions (Columbia University Press), Caltech professor of visual culture Brian Jacobson puts the spotlight on the physical footprint of the business of Hollywood.—
Degen Pener,
HollywoodReporter,
22 Apr. 2025
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The distance from Dunedin, where the reserve is located, to mainland Antarctica is more than 1,500 miles, and the distance to the isolated islands is even farther, so while the species themselves are not rare, their appearance so far outside their natural range is noteworthy.—
Irene Wright,
Miami Herald,
15 Apr. 2025
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While the Cleveland Browns ended up keeping Garrett with a massive contract extension, Philadelphia's interest is noteworthy.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Use the dome light and flashers to make your vehicle more noticeable.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
25 Apr. 2025
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But within weeks, the change in sentiment was noticeable.—
Pradeep Prasana Kanagaraj,
Forbes.com,
23 Apr. 2025
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The alchemy of bringing multiple things together to create a memorable pitch and start an exciting partnership all depends on chemistry.—
Rob Davis,
Forbes.com,
24 Apr. 2025
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Some routes, of course, are superior to others, serving up memorable views from the observation car—or a private roomette.—
Ellen Carpenter,
AFAR Media,
24 Apr. 2025
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Champ Celebration: The Royals will welcome back notable alumni for championship gala Here are more notable aspects of Thursday’s game: Michael Massey records three hits The Royals need productive at-bats.—
Jaylon Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
18 Apr. 2025
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Weekends can get crowded, but weekdays are quieter, meaning the short, steep hikes to various overlooks—including Old Baldy (the park's most notable hill) will be less traversed.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
18 Apr. 2025
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“Observable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/observable. Accessed 30 Apr. 2025.
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