observers

plural of observer
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 Trump, like most observers, thought that the red card was absurd. Daniel Ross Goodman, The Washington Examiner, 11 July 2026 Industry observers expect Gazoo Racing to continue expanding its portfolio above today's GR Corolla and GR Supra. Peter Lyon, Forbes.com, 11 July 2026 Some market observers contend that concerns about future inflation contribute to higher long-term borrowing costs. Jason Phillips, USA Today, 10 July 2026 But, more importantly, overreactions from many media outlets, pundits, and veteran observers. Mike Gecan, New York Daily News, 10 July 2026 This week, a coalition of watchdogs and observers signed a letter urging her to withdraw the state’s troops and expressing concern that Guardsmen are carrying out operations unrelated to the July 4th celebrations. Will Gottsegen, The Atlantic, 10 July 2026 Sky observers say the Fourth of July is when the shortening of days becomes noticeably more rapid. Charles Seabrook, AJC.com, 4 July 2026 Diarists and observers, including hymn writer John Newton and militia officers, often treated the event as an omen reflecting the gravity of the Revolution. Joe Rao, Space.com, 4 July 2026 Poor and rich communities alike won’t like the stigma that some observers will attach to the disappearance of neighborhood schools. U T Editorial Board, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 July 2026
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Noun
  • Whenever someone reaches the top of the 25-meter (82-feet) cliff — often for the first time — spectators, instructors and climbers break into applause.
    ABC News, ABC News, 5 July 2026
  • But the nation’s summer has been an utter slog, lacking the identity and joy on the pitch that spectators have come to expect.
    Doha Madani, NBC news, 5 July 2026
Noun
  • Through their fantastical ordeals, the X-Men illustrate qualities that inspire viewers, young and old.
    Carlos Aguilar, Los Angeles Times, 10 July 2026
  • National outlets covered Air Force One's landings and take-offs, putting the airport in front of millions of viewers.
    Kinsey Crowley, USA Today, 10 July 2026
Noun
  • He is prohibited from contacting any witnesses in the case and is restricted to three days a week in the office.
    Lillie Davidson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 July 2026
  • Defense attorneys chose not to call certain experts and limited their questioning of the state's witnesses to avoid violating the agreement, according to the motion.
    N'dea Yancey-Bragg, USA Today, 8 July 2026

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“Observers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/observers. Accessed 15 Jul. 2026.

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