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as in adherence
the following of a custom, rule, or law
the observance of this family tradition would make your grandmother very happy observance of the smoking ban in public buildings
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as in ritual
an oft-repeated action or series of actions performed in accordance with tradition or a set of rules
some religions require very specific observances on holy days
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as in awareness
a state of being aware
if you've been doing any significant housecleaning, it has escaped my observance
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Recent Examples of observance
Both centers will be closed July 4 in observance of Independence Day.
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Miceala Morano, Arkansas Online, 2 July 2025
Will mail be delivered? USPS facilities will be closed and regular mail service will pause Monday in observance of the holiday, according to a news release.
Priority Mail Express, which is delivered 365 days a year, will continue on Presidents' Day, however.
—Killian Baarlaer, The Courier-Journal, 2 July 2025
Advocates note that for some, learning about the origins, evolution and significance of the holiday can be an important form of observance on its own, but public festivities have also grown tremendously since Juneteenth gained national recognition.
—June 19, CBS News, 19 June 2025
Still, Hoffman praised Moster for expressing regret and called his return to Jewish observance a welcome, if incomplete, development.
—Asaf Elia-Shalev, Sun Sentinel, 24 June 2025
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Miceala Morano, Arkansas Online, 2 July 2025
Will mail be delivered? USPS facilities will be closed and regular mail service will pause Monday in observance of the holiday, according to a news release.
Priority Mail Express, which is delivered 365 days a year, will continue on Presidents' Day, however.
—Killian Baarlaer, The Courier-Journal, 2 July 2025
Advocates note that for some, learning about the origins, evolution and significance of the holiday can be an important form of observance on its own, but public festivities have also grown tremendously since Juneteenth gained national recognition.
—June 19, CBS News, 19 June 2025
Still, Hoffman praised Moster for expressing regret and called his return to Jewish observance a welcome, if incomplete, development.
—Asaf Elia-Shalev, Sun Sentinel, 24 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for observance
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Solution: Compliance software ensures adherence to trade rules.—
Eric Youngstrom,
Forbes.com,
7 July 2025
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Yet experts say the persistent steps to raise output are part of long-term efforts to crowd out US shale companies as well as to maintain adherence to national quotas within the grouping, all while addressing US President Donald Trump’s calls for lower oil prices.—
semafor.com,
semafor.com,
7 July 2025
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Jumping off the bridge into the water is a summer ritual for thrill seekers of all ages, despite the warning signs that are posted nearby.—
Rosemary Feitelberg,
Footwear News,
27 June 2025
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The church’s ritual of confirmation, which marks the passage from adolescence into adulthood, also acquired legal status.—
Thomas A. DuBois,
The Conversation,
27 June 2025
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For nearly two hours, participants exchanged ideas on how to raise awareness about the impact of tariffs on small U.S. manufacturers.—
Jim Edwards,
Fortune,
1 July 2025
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Promote awareness and offer training on AI features within your existing platforms.—
Emily Lewis-Pinnell,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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By automating calculations, tracking and forms, technology gives HR the time and clarity to focus on what humans do best: make nuanced decisions, provide compliance reviews and real support when employees need it most.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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Registered agent services usually also come with other offers like compliance updates, email and website service, domain names and more.—
Jasmin Suknanan,
CNBC,
30 June 2025
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The ceremony was held under heavy security, with Iranian officials including the Parliament speaker in attendance.—
Adeola Adeosun,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 July 2025
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The circular balcony, which looks down on the museum’s main lobby, is festooned with ribbons from the ceremony that took place when the Long Wharf moved from its longtime home on the loading dock to offices in the Audubon arts district.—
Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
6 July 2025
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In my most recent reading, my attention was drawn to Mrs. Fisher’s story unfolding in the background.—
Claire Jarvis,
New Yorker,
8 July 2025
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Oftentimes, third parties have acted as vote siphons that threaten either Republican or Democratic candidates' ability to reach a majority, or have mobilized attention over voter issues.—
Kathryn Palmer,
USA Today,
8 July 2025
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The observation tower crowning Villa Beatrice offers the freshest breezes, the most exclusive dining table in the region, and a gobsmacking 360-degree view of the area’s natural beauty — and its glitziest homes and harbors.—
Miles Socha,
Footwear News,
28 June 2025
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Host quarterly or monthly sessions where employees across roles share their observations, stories, and hypotheses about the market.—
Rhea Wessel,
Forbes.com,
28 June 2025
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In addition to Ducasse’s culinary mastery, offering a cohesive experience that encompasses the liveried staff in period costumes and the ceremonial is part and parcel of the success of the banquet, according to Révah.—
Lily Templeton,
WWD,
20 Feb. 2025
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For those who missed the game, most of the Chiefs’ scores came in garbage time; the lopsided affair was 24-0 at halftime, and the Eagles’ first score was a ceremonial Jalen Hurts Tush Push.—
Jess Bryant,
The Athletic,
10 Feb. 2025
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“Observance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/observance. Accessed 13 Jul. 2025.
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