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
Researchers estimate there are 10^60 possible chemical compounds—or 10 to the 60th power, a number greater than that of stars in the observable universe—yet only a microscopic fraction will ever become viable medicines.
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Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 23 Jan. 2026
Bowie set his sights on the ends of the observable universe, and on places even darker.
—Armin Rosen, The Washington Examiner, 9 Jan. 2026
As with snow blindness, the cause is, paradoxically, too much light—or rather too much focus on what its advocates think of as clearly observable trends.
—Jason Blakely, Harpers Magazine, 30 Dec. 2025
Photos taken at the Hudong-Zhonghua shipyard show multiple low-observable drone airframes positioned dockside near the People’s Liberation Army Navy’s new Type 076 amphibious assault ship, Sichuan.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 30 Dec. 2025
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Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 23 Jan. 2026
Bowie set his sights on the ends of the observable universe, and on places even darker.
—Armin Rosen, The Washington Examiner, 9 Jan. 2026
As with snow blindness, the cause is, paradoxically, too much light—or rather too much focus on what its advocates think of as clearly observable trends.
—Jason Blakely, Harpers Magazine, 30 Dec. 2025
Photos taken at the Hudong-Zhonghua shipyard show multiple low-observable drone airframes positioned dockside near the People’s Liberation Army Navy’s new Type 076 amphibious assault ship, Sichuan.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 30 Dec. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for observable
Adjective
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Future updates may introduce visible hit points and on-screen scoring, turning group flights into structured air-battle experiences.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
9 Jan. 2026
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It’s made with reflective striping that’ll keep you visible in low light.—
Jasmine Gomez,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Jan. 2026
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Which is why his less impactful performance of date was so noteworthy.—
Jace Frederick,
Twin Cities,
27 Jan. 2026
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The duo’s other noteworthy collaborations were on the Bob Dylan albums Infidels (1983) and Empire Burlesque (1985) and three Grace Jones albums from the early ’80s (Warm Leatherette, Nightclubbing and Living My Life).—
Greg Evans,
Deadline,
26 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Displaying knickknacks on trays is one easy way to corral visual clutter, and sticking to a limited color palette throughout your home will make your other design choices look more intentional.—
Tessa Cooper,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 Jan. 2026
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Polka dots bring visual interest without overwhelming a look, pairing easily with solid staples.—
Gabrielle Porcaro,
Travel + Leisure,
10 Jan. 2026
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What’s remarkable is the Leafs have done it without Tanev, their best penalty killer, for most of the season and without another top penalty killer, Brandon Carlo, for the better part of the last two months.—
Jonas Siegel,
New York Times,
7 Jan. 2026
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The whimsical term has also been the title of countless poems, songs and books about remarkable coincidences or eureka moments.—
Juliana Kim,
NPR,
7 Jan. 2026
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That contrast is becoming more noticeable as their professional paths diverge.—
Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa,
FOXNews.com,
28 Jan. 2026
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But there’s been a noticeable uptick in the team’s willingness to hit their blue-collar big man on rolls to the rim, which is opening an underutilized dimension of an offense that stagnated in the weeks leading up to their back-to-back wins over the Brooklyn Nets and Philadelphia 76ers.—
Kristian Winfield,
New York Daily News,
27 Jan. 2026
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Early 2026 trends show travelers chasing emotion over destination, craving nostalgia, community rituals, and hands‑on experiences that feel human, real, and deeply memorable.—
Alex Ledsom,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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For the past few years, SINAKA—aka Quilpué rapper and singer Matías Muñoz—has borrowed from the sound of 2000s and early-2010s perreo, crafting an infectious, memorable take on the sound that moves forward while looking back.—
Tomás Gauna,
Pitchfork,
28 Jan. 2026
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The exchange is notable, considering it had not been previously disclosed.—
David Zimmermann,
The Washington Examiner,
31 Jan. 2026
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Wing Commander wasn't notable for its systems, but rather its context.—
Alan Bradley,
Space.com,
31 Jan. 2026
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“Observable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/observable. Accessed 1 Feb. 2026.
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