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
Another possibility is that a collision with a micrometeorite produced an observable spark and radio signal, though these flashes, too, are typically longer than the burst observed by the team.
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Sam Walters, Discover Magazine, 26 June 2025
AIOps monitors and responds to infrastructure patterns that, while complex, follow observable patterns.
—Shailesh Manjrekar, Forbes.com, 24 July 2025
The companies that get this right define values in terms of observable actions and standard operating procedures!
—Brendan Keegan, Rolling Stone, 23 July 2025
Despite earning a nearly $500 million contract and gazillions in endorsements and world-wide fame, Mahomes by every observable measure is somewhere between unspoiled and unfazed by it all.
—Kansas City Star, 18 July 2025
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Sam Walters, Discover Magazine, 26 June 2025
AIOps monitors and responds to infrastructure patterns that, while complex, follow observable patterns.
—Shailesh Manjrekar, Forbes.com, 24 July 2025
The companies that get this right define values in terms of observable actions and standard operating procedures!
—Brendan Keegan, Rolling Stone, 23 July 2025
Despite earning a nearly $500 million contract and gazillions in endorsements and world-wide fame, Mahomes by every observable measure is somewhere between unspoiled and unfazed by it all.
—Kansas City Star, 18 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for observable
Adjective
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Offer flexible work models, visible career growth and invest in upskilling.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
13 Aug. 2025
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The light was visible for at least a few minutes in parts of Canada and the United States, including in Milwaukee.—
Maia Pandey,
jsonline.com,
13 Aug. 2025
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The hang-loose vibes inspire a menu that is relaxed and inviting, yet executed with precision and remarkable consistency.—
Bon Appétit Staff & Contributors,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
20 Aug. 2025
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If this harmonious dynamic between Piastri and Norris can be maintained, that unto itself would be one of the most remarkable achievements in F1 history!—
Luke Smith,
New York Times,
20 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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As your connection deepens, new visual stages and rare color tones are unlocked.—
Sixteen Ramos,
USA Today,
21 Aug. 2025
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Founded by cinematographer Lawrence Sher, the Recreations Content is a celebration of cinematic creativity designed to inspire and educate filmmakers, photographers and visual storytellers.—
Giana Levy,
Variety,
20 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Further, this latest species is noteworthy due to its lack of echolocation structures, researchers said.—
Brendan Rascius,
Miami Herald,
14 Aug. 2025
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Life Angels offers sizing ranging from XS to 3X, which is noteworthy in itself.—
Robyn Mowatt,
Essence,
12 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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But a noticeable upswing in Perseid activity begins during the second week of August, leading up to their peak night.—
Joe Rao,
Space.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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Since the pandemic, there’s been a noticeable drop in vaccination rates among kids.—
Wendy Wisner,
Parents,
8 Aug. 2025
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Big bears, big trees and showers of molten lava Among the more memorable sights and moments for the young men in their exploration of the U.S. national parks system was watching large brown bears catching salmon at Brooks Falls in Katmai National Park in Alaska.—
Keith Matheny,
Freep.com,
23 Aug. 2025
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Editor’s Note: In honor of Vogue Runway’s 10th anniversary, our writers are penning odes to the most memorable spring 2016 shows.—
Sarah Mower,
Vogue,
22 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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The reactions from leaders and legislators worldwide — with the notable exception of those in Russia —occasionally expressed a measure of hope, but often disappointment too.—
Tamara Keith,
NPR,
16 Aug. 2025
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Beyond its other notable achievements, Do the Right Thing is a triumph of craftsmanship and vision, with both Lee and cinematographer Ernest Dickerson delivering a powerfully atmospheric snapshot of life in late-eighties Bed-Stuy at a time of escalating racial tension in the city.—
Tim Grierson,
Vulture,
16 Aug. 2025
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“Observable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/observable. Accessed 25 Aug. 2025.
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