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as in alert
paying close attention usually for the purpose of anticipating approaching danger or opportunity
if you were more observant, you would perceive that something is troubling her deeply
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as in focused
having the mind fixed on something
observant viewers will notice that the position of hero's facial wound changes in the course of the scene
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Recent Examples of observant
The film may be observant, but rarely keenly so.
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Siddhant Adlakha, Variety, 15 Jan. 2026
Lorne, then, is an observant and patient tale of the rise of a ruler who adapts and also thrives on chaos, Richard III meets The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes meets Animal House.
—Brian Boone, Vulture, 12 Dec. 2025
This claustral existence would seem to suit Tara; the novels distinguish her via her eye for detail, placing her in a coterie of alienated, observant female narrators who drift through recent fiction.
—Katy Waldman, New Yorker, 10 Nov. 2025
So again, very great, observant question.
—Kirk Kenney, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Nov. 2025
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Siddhant Adlakha, Variety, 15 Jan. 2026
Lorne, then, is an observant and patient tale of the rise of a ruler who adapts and also thrives on chaos, Richard III meets The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes meets Animal House.
—Brian Boone, Vulture, 12 Dec. 2025
This claustral existence would seem to suit Tara; the novels distinguish her via her eye for detail, placing her in a coterie of alienated, observant female narrators who drift through recent fiction.
—Katy Waldman, New Yorker, 10 Nov. 2025
So again, very great, observant question.
—Kirk Kenney, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for observant
Adjective
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While investors remain alert for any signs that the bubble is about to burst, most analysts continue to see meaningful adoption.—
Karl Freund,
Forbes.com,
26 Jan. 2026
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The child, who was alert and conscious, was taken to Norton Children’s Hospital, Sears said.—
Caroline Neal,
Louisville Courier Journal,
23 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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The White House’s message remains focused on supporting immigration enforcement.—
Shelby Talcott,
semafor.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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Castillo said the solution requires leadership, coordination and a return to focused enforcement that prioritizes violent criminal offenders over broad street operations that escalate confrontation.—
Stepheny Price , Ashley Papa,
FOXNews.com,
27 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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How to avoid stimulus check scams As plans for any forthcoming checks remain unclear, stimulus scams have become so widespread that the IRS has cautioned the public to stay vigilant.—
Josh Kelly,
Oklahoman,
3 Feb. 2026
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With very little in the way of information about how Nancy Guthrie was taken, and what exactly happened, there’s not much for people to do but pray and be vigilant.—
Lizzie Lanuza,
StyleCaster,
3 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Lovers of the natural world will find ample opportunities to become immersed in the landscape.—
Condé Nast Traveler,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 Jan. 2026
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Sillman - an accomplished sports executive who is CEO of one of Ross’ companies, Relevent - already is heavily immersed in Dolphins business.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
15 Jan. 2026
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Her 14-year-old son heard police sirens, and the fear that had kept him awake at night and distracted him in school finally spilled into panic.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
30 Jan. 2026
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One night, a few days after the shooting, the sound of helicopters circling overhead in the aftermath of another ICE shooting kept her awake before her morning cross-training.—
David Gleisner,
Outside,
29 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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The absorbed or scattered light creates a unique pattern called the spectrum, which is effectively the substance’s fingerprint.—
Ambuj Tewari,
The Conversation,
6 Mar. 2025
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Although the mercury hovered at only 5°, all of us became so absorbed in the rabbit chase that no one noticed numb toes and cold ears.—
Erwin A. Bauer,
Outdoor Life,
25 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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But that doesn’t mean there won’t be any adjustment in how its firms proceed there in the face of a more watchful US.—
Simone McCarthy,
CNN Money,
31 Jan. 2026
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For over two decades, efforts to lift the Oakland Police Department out from under the watchful eye of a federal judge have fallen short.—
Shomik Mukherjee,
Mercury News,
31 Jan. 2026
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Wang is also interested in replicating the texture and aesthetics of tree bark in jacquard, particularly samples that are etched and carved.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
30 Jan. 2026
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There's no word on delivery for this one, so interested buyers are best contacting the firm directly.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
30 Jan. 2026
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“Observant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/observant. Accessed 5 Feb. 2026.
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