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as in followed
to act according to the commands of
you must observe all the rules of this school, not simply the ones that meet with your personal approval
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as in celebrated
to mark with an appropriate practice, rite, or ceremony
a time when few people in New England observed Christmas
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as in watched
to keep one's eyes on
happily spent many hours observing the birds at the backyard feeder
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as in reflected
to make a statement of one's opinion
"I think you might be mistaken," he observed
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as in noticed
to make note of (something) through the use of one's eyes
she observed that the weather had changed again
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as in noted
to take notice of and be guided by
generally observes the suggestions of the experts regarding baby care
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Recent Examples of observed
Today, World Oceans Day is officially observed by all UN member states, with organized events, activities and celebrations taking place in over 180 countries worldwide.
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Roger Sands, Forbes.com, 6 June 2026
But if this were the case, the level of lithium should be much higher than observed.
—Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 6 June 2026
The council members were observed to be talking loudly.
—Deborah Laverty, Chicago Tribune, 5 June 2026
Another study observed children as young as ten months old correlating larger physical statures with dominance.
—Brady Brickner-Wood, New Yorker, 4 June 2026
No further benefit was observed above 120 minutes per week, according to the study.
—Sara Moniuszko, USA Today, 4 June 2026
One in particular caught the attention of head coach Hajime Moriyasu, as observed by the Samurai Blue X account.
—Greg O'Keeffe, New York Times, 4 June 2026
Response efforts at Bunia’s Rwampara and General hospitals appear more organized, with additional staff, protective gear and medical supplies, though patients continue arriving around the clock, a reporter from the Associated Press observed Friday.
—Justin Kabumba, Los Angeles Times, 30 May 2026
Mario Tama | Getty Images The higher need for food assistance that Call and other experts have observed comes amid increases in food and energy costs and follows the 2025 federal government shutdown, which caused a temporary lapse in food assistance in the fall.
—Lorie Konish, CNBC, 30 May 2026
Roger Sands, Forbes.com, 6 June 2026
But if this were the case, the level of lithium should be much higher than observed.
—Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 6 June 2026
The council members were observed to be talking loudly.
—Deborah Laverty, Chicago Tribune, 5 June 2026
Another study observed children as young as ten months old correlating larger physical statures with dominance.
—Brady Brickner-Wood, New Yorker, 4 June 2026
No further benefit was observed above 120 minutes per week, according to the study.
—Sara Moniuszko, USA Today, 4 June 2026
One in particular caught the attention of head coach Hajime Moriyasu, as observed by the Samurai Blue X account.
—Greg O'Keeffe, New York Times, 4 June 2026
Response efforts at Bunia’s Rwampara and General hospitals appear more organized, with additional staff, protective gear and medical supplies, though patients continue arriving around the clock, a reporter from the Associated Press observed Friday.
—Justin Kabumba, Los Angeles Times, 30 May 2026
Mario Tama | Getty Images The higher need for food assistance that Call and other experts have observed comes amid increases in food and energy costs and follows the 2025 federal government shutdown, which caused a temporary lapse in food assistance in the fall.
—Lorie Konish, CNBC, 30 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for observed
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Soon other colonies followed the state’s lead, and the 13 colonies approved the Declaration of Independence two days later.—
Arati Menon,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 June 2026
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The transformation happened gradually, first a patio, then a beer and wine license, followed by a bar.—
Conor McGill,
CBS News,
6 June 2026
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Tens of thousands of fans spontaneously celebrated in the streets around the Emirates Stadium, despite no game even being played at the arena.—
Ben Church,
CNN Money,
30 May 2026
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The fast casual chain celebrated the moment with a social post that chronicled the card's journey from Los Angeles to New York City's Madison Square Garden.—
Amaris Encinas,
USA Today,
29 May 2026
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The country was called Zaire at the time, and Dede Ntumba, who now lives in Atlanta, watched his home team compete in Germany on a black-and-white TV.—
Amna Subhan,
AJC.com,
9 June 2026
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For homes where people want support without feeling watched or managed, that balance could make a real difference.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
8 June 2026
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One city worker, Tyrone Jue, reflected on personal memories tied to the space.—
Maddie White,
CBS News,
10 June 2026
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The outcome caps one of California’s most ferocious congressional primaries, a contest that reflected the broader struggle between the Democratic Party’s moderate and progressive wings.—
Mathew Miranda
June 9,
Sacbee.com,
10 June 2026
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On April 30, fans noticed a mysterious countdown briefly appear on Swift's website.—
Bryan West,
USA Today,
5 June 2026
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The animal first gained attention after a local farmer noticed the resemblance.—
Michael Sinkewicz,
FOXNews.com,
4 June 2026
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The defendants also noted the State Auditor report's findings that telework policies benefited state employees significantly.—
Kassia Bonesteel,
CBS News,
9 June 2026
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And while the companies did not specify where the jobs would go, Corning noted its North Carolina manufacturing operations include Concord as well as Trivium, Winston-Salem and Wilmington.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
8 June 2026
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Paradoxes and Doubt The late 1800s were a time of paradoxes and doubt, the result of mathematicians beginning to search for cohesive ideas about what rules the mathematical universe obeyed.—
Quanta Magazine,
Quanta Magazine,
29 Apr. 2026
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The direction – which was visibly obeyed – is nothing new for repeat attendees of Welch’s shows, who have endured the agony of a phone-free hand for two minutes.—
Melissa Ruggieri,
USA Today,
19 Apr. 2026
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The final space mission of Atlantis, which concluded in July 2011, will be commemorated July 10-12 with astronaut appearances and meet-and-greets.—
Dewayne Bevil,
The Orlando Sentinel,
1 June 2026
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Caroline then, voice wavering and appearing to fight back tears, commemorated the work and life of her late daughter.—
Joseph Konig,
PEOPLE,
1 June 2026
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“Observed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/observed. Accessed 11 Jun. 2026.
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