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
A lot of it is based on observation.
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William Earl, Variety, 28 Mar. 2026
What to see today Climb a couple flights to the top of the observation tower to see sweeping views of the Sakonnet River, the Mount Hope Bridge and more.
—Lynne Sullivan, The Providence Journal, 28 Mar. 2026
This observation added to a longer body of research showing that lesbians tend to earn more than straight women with similar backgrounds.
—Spencer Kornhaber, The Atlantic, 27 Mar. 2026
The pace of observation is furious, and even simple plot points are crosshatched with micro-incidents, asides, and gestures that overflow the boundaries of a screenplay and spill out into life at large.
—Richard Brody, New Yorker, 27 Mar. 2026
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William Earl, Variety, 28 Mar. 2026
What to see today Climb a couple flights to the top of the observation tower to see sweeping views of the Sakonnet River, the Mount Hope Bridge and more.
—Lynne Sullivan, The Providence Journal, 28 Mar. 2026
This observation added to a longer body of research showing that lesbians tend to earn more than straight women with similar backgrounds.
—Spencer Kornhaber, The Atlantic, 27 Mar. 2026
The pace of observation is furious, and even simple plot points are crosshatched with micro-incidents, asides, and gestures that overflow the boundaries of a screenplay and spill out into life at large.
—Richard Brody, New Yorker, 27 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for observation
Noun
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Plan well in advance The buzz is big — and few Charlotte restaurant openings have gotten this much attention recently.—
Heidi Finley,
Charlotte Observer,
31 Mar. 2026
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Thankfully, having children is not a job requirement, but your inner child will rejoice at all the attention.—
Emily Menez,
New Yorker,
31 Mar. 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
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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
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The Lake County Sheriff’s Office recently completed its second round of compliance checks at establishments that sell tobacco products.—
Clifford Ward,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Mar. 2026
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Advertisers used coordinated pressure to demand compliance with brand safety norms.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
27 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Family, friends reeling from loss In a note about the tragedy, Metayer Bowen’s family reflected on her role as a daughter, aunt and friend.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
2 Apr. 2026
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Those notes of fragility lent weight to the question of whether Sal would live or die once the police closed in.—
Emily Nussbaum,
New Yorker,
2 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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Psychotherapist Katerina Georgiou frames it through the lens of mindfulness.—
Samantha Agate,
Charlotte Observer,
30 Mar. 2026
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Sessions span multiple yoga styles (vinyasa, yin, restorative, kundalini), meditation practices, breathwork, sound healing, personal development workshops, outdoor mindfulness experiences and Yoga Nidra before bedtime.—
Moira McCarthy,
Boston Herald,
29 Mar. 2026
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Our future goal is to further test how gender conformity develops in more diverse geographic and cultural contexts, as well as among more gender-diverse children.—
Adam Stanaland,
The Conversation,
19 Mar. 2026
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The top Democrat in the House said his caucus is open to discussions about federal tax conformity, which Republicans say is a top priority to lower taxes.—
Caroline Cummings,
CBS News,
12 Mar. 2026
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“Observation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/observation. Accessed 3 Apr. 2026.
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