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 noteworthy
worth remembering or mentioning
a man who apparently was devoid of any observable virtue
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Recent Examples of observable
The committee felt the observable component gave UConn the edge.
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CBS News, 16 Mar. 2026
Article continues below Many modern-day amateur telescopes come equipped with GoTo mounts, which automatically aim the optics at thousands of observable targets that are easily selected from pre-programmed astronomy catalogues.
—Anthony Wood, Space.com, 14 Mar. 2026
Investigators said an X-ray scan of the wrapping revealed a human skeletal structure, confirming that the contents were of human origin and in an advanced stage of decomposition, with observable human skin.
—Gabriella Ybarra, San Antonio Express-News, 12 Mar. 2026
Planet parades are observable during twilight.
—Jenna Prestininzi, Freep.com, 18 Feb. 2026
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CBS News, 16 Mar. 2026
Article continues below Many modern-day amateur telescopes come equipped with GoTo mounts, which automatically aim the optics at thousands of observable targets that are easily selected from pre-programmed astronomy catalogues.
—Anthony Wood, Space.com, 14 Mar. 2026
Investigators said an X-ray scan of the wrapping revealed a human skeletal structure, confirming that the contents were of human origin and in an advanced stage of decomposition, with observable human skin.
—Gabriella Ybarra, San Antonio Express-News, 12 Mar. 2026
Planet parades are observable during twilight.
—Jenna Prestininzi, Freep.com, 18 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for observable
Adjective
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The visible transformation was above ground.—
Eric Klinenberg,
New Yorker,
6 Apr. 2026
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In it, the moon is oriented upside down, with its South Pole facing upward and parts of its far side visible, according to the agency's description.—
Emily Mae Czachor,
CBS News,
6 Apr. 2026
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One of the most noteworthy occurred in May 2024 at the Gateway Energy Storage facility in Otay Mesa, when nickel manganese cobalt batteries kept reigniting.—
Rob Nikolewski,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
6 Apr. 2026
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What makes these interactions between the private sector and the White House noteworthy, though, is not merely the frequent lobbying in support of business interests but the elaborate performances necessary to avoid the president’s ire.—
Jeffrey Sonnenfeld,
Fortune,
6 Apr. 2026
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The whole thing was a striking visual spectacle, too — waves of musicians rising from both sides, backup singers swaying and clapping, spotlights sweeping across the floor as a roaming camera zipped through the crowd like a drone that had just discovered country music.—
Theoden Janes,
Charlotte Observer,
6 Apr. 2026
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Adding to the kitchen’s visual appeal is beadboard wainscoting and a large passageway to the family room.—
James Alexander,
Hartford Courant,
5 Apr. 2026
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More remarkable is his ability to convince skittish engineers, investors, and a tech-skeptical public that their priorities, even when mutually exclusive, are also his priorities.—
Ronan Farrow,
New Yorker,
6 Apr. 2026
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There’s also no denying that finishing with a point per game or better in 21 consecutive NHL seasons is a remarkable achievement.—
Josh Yohe,
New York Times,
6 Apr. 2026
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Nigel Hughes, who tracks housing markets across the country, says there has already been a noticeable shift.—
Brad Hamilton,
CBS News,
8 Apr. 2026
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But political observers say many Georgia taxpayers could see a noticeable reduction in taxes in the years ahead.—
David Wickert,
AJC.com,
7 Apr. 2026
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Hurtling back toward Earth after a historic loop around the moon, Artemis II commander Reid Wiseman said naming a crater after his late wife, an idea his crewmates came up with before launch, was the most deeply profound moment of an already memorable flight.—
William Harwood,
CBS News,
9 Apr. 2026
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Turning a worthy sentence into a memorable one 6.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
8 Apr. 2026
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Other notable speakers in this year's lineup include veteran astronauts and leading space science voices, such as Robert Gibson (Hoot Gibson), Michelle Thaller, Ken Kremer, David McComas, Mike Ciannilli, Jim Garvin, Gerry Griffin and Kevin Schindler.—
Samantha Mathewson,
Space.com,
10 Apr. 2026
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Over the past few months, the stock has demonstrated a notable ability to leverage multi-week consolidation phases into clean breakouts and sustained advances.—
Frank Cappelleri,
CNBC,
10 Apr. 2026
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“Observable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/observable. Accessed 12 Apr. 2026.
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