1
as in attention
a state of being aware
it has come to my observation that you've been missing a lot of school lately
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2
as in adherence
the following of a custom, rule, or law
a society in which a strict observation of business etiquette is expected of visiting foreigners
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Recent Examples of observation
So beyond his anecdotal observation, there was no hard evidence.
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Ari Daniel, NPR, 5 Apr. 2026
Although some astronauts orbited the moon much closer to the surface than the crew will pass, their greater distance—about 4,000 miles (6,000 kilometers) above the moon—offers a different perspective and could provide more context for their observations, Young says.
—Meghan Bartels, Scientific American, 4 Apr. 2026
Shipboard observations and photography verified the identities of individual whales in the social unit.
—Samantha Agate, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 4 Apr. 2026
The observation off Dominica provided researchers with an unprecedented window into the social and vocal behaviors of sperm whales during one of the most vulnerable moments in a calf’s life.
—Samantha Agate, Miami Herald, 4 Apr. 2026
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Ari Daniel, NPR, 5 Apr. 2026
Although some astronauts orbited the moon much closer to the surface than the crew will pass, their greater distance—about 4,000 miles (6,000 kilometers) above the moon—offers a different perspective and could provide more context for their observations, Young says.
—Meghan Bartels, Scientific American, 4 Apr. 2026
Shipboard observations and photography verified the identities of individual whales in the social unit.
—Samantha Agate, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 4 Apr. 2026
The observation off Dominica provided researchers with an unprecedented window into the social and vocal behaviors of sperm whales during one of the most vulnerable moments in a calf’s life.
—Samantha Agate, Miami Herald, 4 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for observation
Noun
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Feel daring, attention-grabbing and unapologetically you.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
7 Apr. 2026
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Atlanta rapper Offset is hospitalized after being shot in South Florida, according to his representative and authorities, in a developing story that is drawing national attention.—
Zachary Bynum,
CBS News,
7 Apr. 2026
Noun
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In recent testing, Forbes named the Happiest Baby Snoo Smart Sleeper as its top overall bassinet, citing its firm sleep surface and adherence to safe‑sleep guidelines, while also recommending the HALO BassiNest Soothing Swivel Sleeper as a leading bedside option.—
Jenni Fink,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Mar. 2026
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This is basic adherence to the law.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
29 Mar. 2026
Noun
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April is National Donate Life Month to raise awareness that each donor can save eight lives and enhance 75 more.—
Stephanie Stahl,
CBS News,
2 Apr. 2026
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The ministry further cited various activities and projects already in place that are aimed at raising awareness and supporting journalists, including a working group, an SOS line and an online platform.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
2 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The fight to fly ultralights from the Yuba County Airport has continued months after the county ended its yearslong ban of the small aircraft, with the Federal Aviation Administration now poised to rule on the claims of discrimination and lack of compliance alleged by ultralight pilots.—
Jake Goodrick,
Sacbee.com,
4 Apr. 2026
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The order directs the Administrator of General Services and the Department of Education to increase data collection across college athletics to ensure compliance and directs the Chairman of the Federal Trade Commission and the Attorney General to take appropriate enforcement actions.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
3 Apr. 2026
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School notes show at times, Jojo left the classroom without permission, threw things and tried to hit a classmate.—
Cheryl Fiandaca,
CBS News,
8 Apr. 2026
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Unlike the standard-level course, the dual credit option separates anatomy, or structure, from physiology, or function to allow for deeper investigation, Howard’s presentation notes.—
Molly Morrow,
Chicago Tribune,
8 Apr. 2026
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Markets will be closed Friday in observance of the Good Friday holiday.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
2 Apr. 2026
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The stock market is closed tomorrow in observance of Good Friday.—
Alex Harring,
CNBC,
2 Apr. 2026
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McMindfulness is taking people in a toxic workplace and giving them mindfulness classes and not changing the toxic structures of the workplace.—
Keith Wagstaff,
Los Angeles Times,
2 Apr. 2026
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Practicing mindfulness in everyday life One way to cultivate this attitude is to treat thoughts, emotions and sensations as guests in your inner landscape.—
J. David Creswell,
The Conversation,
31 Mar. 2026
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However, some Idaho taxpayers can expect longer waits on refunds due to state tax conformity laws the Idaho Statesman previously reported.—
Hali Smith
April 4,
Idaho Statesman,
4 Apr. 2026
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Whenever the state substitutes ideological conformity for genuine education, the constitutional rights of parents and their children are put at risk.—
Courtney Corbello,
Oc Register,
4 Apr. 2026
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“Observation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/observation. Accessed 9 Apr. 2026.
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