as in spectators
someone who sees or watches something
observers of the boxing match seemed to be divided as to who won
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Recent Examples of observers
The presence of observers from regional organizations such as the African Union and the Intergovernmental Authority on Development, who were confined mostly to Addis Ababa, helped provide the election with international legitimacy.
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ABC News, 21 June 2026
Electoral authorities and international observers have repeatedly defended the integrity of the process.
—Ines Capdevila, CNN Money, 21 June 2026
Some fans and observers have noted the unique feel around the 2026 Braves.
—Gabriel Burns, AJC.com, 21 June 2026
Legal observers from the group were there on May 25 when a confrontation occurred between law enforcement and the manager of Central Diner and Grille in Robinson Township.
—Mamie Bah, CBS News, 20 June 2026
Industry observers say the problems appear to stem from more than one cause.
—R.j. Rico, Fortune, 20 June 2026
For example, before the 2002 tournament, very few observers gave South Korea much of a chance of going deep.
—Michael Lewis, Forbes.com, 20 June 2026
But there's a new wrinkle that makes forecasting this election a bit trickier than in years past, observers say.
—Phillip M. Bailey, USA Today, 16 June 2026
This clinching game was what many observers expected the series to be like between the defensive-minded teams, but each side watched leads of two-plus goals disappear in the first three games.
—Mark Anderson, Los Angeles Times, 15 June 2026
ABC News, 21 June 2026
Electoral authorities and international observers have repeatedly defended the integrity of the process.
—Ines Capdevila, CNN Money, 21 June 2026
Some fans and observers have noted the unique feel around the 2026 Braves.
—Gabriel Burns, AJC.com, 21 June 2026
Legal observers from the group were there on May 25 when a confrontation occurred between law enforcement and the manager of Central Diner and Grille in Robinson Township.
—Mamie Bah, CBS News, 20 June 2026
Industry observers say the problems appear to stem from more than one cause.
—R.j. Rico, Fortune, 20 June 2026
For example, before the 2002 tournament, very few observers gave South Korea much of a chance of going deep.
—Michael Lewis, Forbes.com, 20 June 2026
But there's a new wrinkle that makes forecasting this election a bit trickier than in years past, observers say.
—Phillip M. Bailey, USA Today, 16 June 2026
This clinching game was what many observers expected the series to be like between the defensive-minded teams, but each side watched leads of two-plus goals disappear in the first three games.
—Mark Anderson, Los Angeles Times, 15 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for observers
Noun
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The trio in tiaras rode in the parade in an open convertible, waving to spectators.—
Karie Angell Luc,
Chicago Tribune,
22 June 2026
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The spectators, meanwhile, were a perfect mix of first-timers and lifers, with both groups taking their dedication to the theme very, very seriously.—
Amir Hamja,
Vogue,
22 June 2026
Noun
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Jace and his steed climbed free, high into the sky, just long enough for American viewers to have a quick bathroom break.—
Bryan Alexander,
USA Today,
22 June 2026
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Brazilian broadcaster CazéTV had encouraged its viewers to follow Vozinha during the match, and the response was immediate — his following swelled to 1 million within minutes of the final whistle.—
Olivia Shalhoup,
Forbes.com,
21 June 2026
Noun
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Many California counties do not employ a single defense investigator who can interview witnesses, review police reports, visit crime scenes and retrieve video surveillance footage.—
Anat Rubin,
Los Angeles Times,
21 June 2026
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Two witnesses intervened, allowing the woman to get away as the man fled southbound on Soto Road.—
Kyle Martin,
Mercury News,
21 June 2026
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“Observers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/observers. Accessed 24 Jun. 2026.
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