observations

plural of observation

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Recent Examples of observations Briscoe, for instance, has found that in neural-tube patterning there are two ways of reaching the same place in the landscape — a finding that reconciled previously contradictory observations. — Quanta Magazine, 9 Oct. 2026 Nothing Fielder discovers can top what’s already widely known, so his observations inevitably temper her public image. — Richard Brody, New Yorker, 9 Oct. 2026 That leaves gaps between observations, particularly in the upper troposphere, where fast-moving air currents can affect weather systems and aviation operations. — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 8 Oct. 2026 From my on-field and locker room observations, Willis mixes with players better than any Dolphins quarterback of the past five years except for Teddy Bridgewater, who was sort of a people’s champion. — Chris Perkins, Sun Sentinel, 8 Oct. 2026 Navigating using the positions of the Sun, the Moon, and the stars requires knowing the precise time when observations are made. — Vahe Peroomian, The Conversation, 8 Oct. 2026 These are just some of the many questions researchers aim to answer with observations like this. — Chelsea Gohd, Space.com, 8 Oct. 2026 Police said the test provided additional evidence consistent with their observations. — Nicole Buss, Sacbee.com, 7 Oct. 2026 Withholding his feelings and observations from family and lovers while sharing them with the outside world, Chen traces variations of longing and desire. — Literary Hub, 2 Oct. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for observations
Noun
  • Although their mythological associations and forms of celebration differ by region, both are marked by major religious and communal observances and festivities.
    — Tamanna Nangia, Encyclopedia Britannica, 5 Oct. 2026
  • Most people can safely fast for Yom Kippur or other religious or cultural observances.
    — Reed Berger-Fleishman, The Conversation, 16 Sep. 2026
Noun
  • Explain how the agent takes in tasks and context and how the output is measured against definable tolerances (targets, conformances and limits).
    — Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2026

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“Observations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/observations. Accessed 10 Oct. 2026.

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