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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
Court will not be in session tomorrow and Monday for the federal observance of Memorial Day.
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Nbc News, NBC news, 22 May 2025
The rest is prayer, observance, discipline, conversation and actions of solidarity-in-hope.
—Bob Goldsborough, Chicago Tribune, 7 May 2025
Because of that, federal institutions that are close in observance of national holidays will be open and operating on Monday.
—Anne Marie D. Lee, CBS News, 21 Apr. 2025
Law Day Members of the Lake County legal community came together on May 2 for the annual Law Day observance with students from around the county.
—Clifford Ward, Chicago Tribune, 9 May 2025
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Nbc News, NBC news, 22 May 2025
The rest is prayer, observance, discipline, conversation and actions of solidarity-in-hope.
—Bob Goldsborough, Chicago Tribune, 7 May 2025
Because of that, federal institutions that are close in observance of national holidays will be open and operating on Monday.
—Anne Marie D. Lee, CBS News, 21 Apr. 2025
Law Day Members of the Lake County legal community came together on May 2 for the annual Law Day observance with students from around the county.
—Clifford Ward, Chicago Tribune, 9 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for observance
Noun
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The suit claimed the investigation was conducted in adherence with a new employment policy that was created just for her.—
Viola Flowers,
NBC news,
26 May 2025
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This adherence to industry standards helps organizations stay compliant and minimizes regulatory risks.—
Maria Williams,
USA Today,
24 May 2025
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Different communities worship different icons and have different ways of performing the rituals.—
Foster Klug,
Los Angeles Times,
4 June 2025
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When your workday ends, physically close your laptop, turn off work notifications and transition into personal time with intentional rituals.—
Caroline Castrillon,
Forbes.com,
4 June 2025
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The family aren't just raising awareness for Kennedy and Kona, but for every child living with type 1 diabetes.—
Alyce Collins,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 May 2025
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Over the past three years, Emma has supported legislation resolutions and proclamations across the country to raise FTD awareness.—
Cara Lynn Shultz,
People.com,
27 May 2025
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In January, the agency sent Suncor a compliance advisory, which is the first step in an investigation into permit violations, said Kate Malloy, a spokeswoman for the department’s Air Pollution Control Division.—
Noelle Phillips,
Denver Post,
7 June 2025
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While at the Jets, Kelley served for more than five years as a strategic advisor on legal matters and business strategy, data security and privacy, regulatory compliance and risk management.—
Sportico Staff,
Sportico.com,
6 June 2025
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Three years later, President Barack Obama honored the star with the Arts and Humanities award, though Eastwood was unable to attend the ceremony.—
Kate Hogan,
People.com,
31 May 2025
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On June 25, the Michelin Guide will announce its latest California Stars and Bib Gourmand honorees at a ceremony in Sacramento.—
Pam Kragen,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
30 May 2025
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Last year’s opportunity, combined with growth that both Mason and legendary 49ers running backs coach Bobby Turner talked about at length, caught the attention of teams like the Vikings.—
Alec Lewis,
New York Times,
2 June 2025
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Some thinkers would envy the attention Yarvin is receiving.—
Ava Kofman,
New Yorker,
2 June 2025
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Studies and industry observations have shown a correlation between how often a business owner or executive is seen in the media and their company’s revenue.—
Luca Brinkhues,
Forbes.com,
4 June 2025
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Summer is prime time for backyard birdwatching, and Costco has just the thing to elevate your observation game.—
Meghan Overdeep,
Southern Living,
4 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 12 Jun. 2025.
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