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
After all, our images of this object were taken from clear across the observable universe.
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Ross Andersen, The Atlantic, 24 Sep. 2025
Researchers break down empathic care into various observable, measurable components.
—Rachel Pearson, Harpers Magazine, 19 Sep. 2025
The key to embedding inclusion is tying it to your core values and mapping those values to specific, observable behaviors.
—Julie Kratz, Forbes.com, 14 Sep. 2025
Who lacks any observable notion of grand strategy — that is, of a plausible plan to Keep America Great and achieve peace through strength.
—Andreas Kluth, Twin Cities, 11 Sep. 2025
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Ross Andersen, The Atlantic, 24 Sep. 2025
Researchers break down empathic care into various observable, measurable components.
—Rachel Pearson, Harpers Magazine, 19 Sep. 2025
The key to embedding inclusion is tying it to your core values and mapping those values to specific, observable behaviors.
—Julie Kratz, Forbes.com, 14 Sep. 2025
Who lacks any observable notion of grand strategy — that is, of a plausible plan to Keep America Great and achieve peace through strength.
—Andreas Kluth, Twin Cities, 11 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for observable
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The Committee to Protect Journalists advises reporters covering protests to comply with dispersal orders from law enforcement and to ensure press credentials are visible to police.—
Quinlan Bentley,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
2 Oct. 2025
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Democrats’ most visible strategy appears to be trying to bum a few bucks from the grassroots—when the grassroots’ greatest power is in protest, boycott, and other unified mobilization efforts.—
Sarah Stankorb,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Oct. 2025
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Based on remarkable true events, Christy Martin’s story is one of resilience, courage, and the fight to reclaim one’s life.—
Christian Blauvelt,
IndieWire,
30 Sep. 2025
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Even more remarkable about the Jesko is its aerodynamics, which in the limited production Jesko Attack model produce more than 3,000 pounds of downforce.—
Ben Oliver,
Robb Report,
30 Sep. 2025
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But Masumura’s manner is raw and harsh, a cinematic parallel to pulp fiction, with intense emotional and physical violence, candid and heated eroticism, hectic performances, and luridly skewed visual compositions.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
2 Oct. 2025
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The company has been systematically integrating AI into its entire content value chain, from script analysis and green-lighting decisions to postproduction and visual effects.—
Dave Smith,
Fortune,
2 Oct. 2025
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The stream was noteworthy as the first major technical test for Tubi, but its livestream stayed up and shoulder programming around the game also helped the streaming service make the most of the high-profile day.—
Dade Hayes,
Deadline,
30 Sep. 2025
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The only noteworthy addition was the excellent suite of accessibility features that have been a staple of Sony’s recent first-party games.—
George Yang,
Rolling Stone,
30 Sep. 2025
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There was a noticeable gap between Ocean dropping his studio debut Channel Orange in 2012 and his 2016 album releases Endless and Blonde — and fans noticed.—
Sophie Dodd,
PEOPLE,
2 Oct. 2025
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The last two words, something Redick said the Lakers needed to be in after the team lost in five games to the Minnesota Timberwolves during last year’s playoffs, has been the most noticeable priority shift in the earliest days of training camp.—
Dan Woike,
New York Times,
2 Oct. 2025
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But just when the team needed it most, the 49ers defense stepped up and forced a turnover on downs to clinch a memorable victory.—
Ben Morse,
CNN Money,
3 Oct. 2025
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The atmosphere at both ballparks is going to be memorable as the rivalry takes on a new air.—
Jon Greenberg,
New York Times,
3 Oct. 2025
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However, there are notable drawbacks compared to other no-annual-fee cash-back credit cards.—
Holly Johnson,
CNBC,
28 Sep. 2025
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Vertvie Wireless Bra in Black Another notable design detail is the bra's jelly bands on the bottom of the cups.—
Melody Kazel,
PEOPLE,
28 Sep. 2025
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“Observable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/observable. Accessed 5 Oct. 2025.
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