awareness
noun
aware·ness
ə-ˈwer-nəs 
: the quality or state of being aware : knowledge and understanding that something is happening or exists
promoting a heightened awareness of the problem
seemed to have only a slight awareness of what was going on
an acute awareness of subtle differences
They hope to raise awareness of endangered species, encouraging donations and attracting tourists to the region to support conservation efforts.—
New Scientist
New ScientistThe alternative press played a particularly important role in raising political awareness and facilitating mobilization against the regime in South Africa …—Larry Diamond
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TikTok Activity: Steady viral support on TikTok has also raised awareness of the song, concurrent with its rise to No. 1 on Hot Latin Songs.
—Pamela Bustios, Billboard, 16 Apr. 2024
Climate change, weakened regulation imperil many rivers The American Rivers report calls for protection and aims to raise awareness of the 10 rivers featured and conservation for all 3 million miles of rivers across the nation.
—Hayleigh Evans, The Arizona Republic, 16 Apr. 2024
Bullard’s spatial awareness, processing skills and football IQ give him an edge in coverage, but a defensive coaching staff will have to be mindful of the matchup.
—Eddie Brown, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Apr. 2024
The group plans to raise $50,000 for the program this year, Suzuki said, since demand for rental assistance has grown along with public awareness of the program.
—Isha Trivedi, The Mercury News, 14 Apr. 2024
The run is organized for the community to join survivors of brain injury and spread awareness.
—Kendrick Calfee, Kansas City Star, 13 Apr. 2024
The theme of hope holds particular significance in the face of widespread disillusionment, particularly among younger generations who confront increasing awareness of environmental crises.
—Caterina De Biasio, Vogue, 12 Apr. 2024
Parents are generally supportive of weighing children in school, and the letters have helped increase their awareness of obesity, research shows.
—Kavitha Cardoza, CNN, 12 Apr. 2024
Members in this network of relationships can also do a better job of sharing information to boost everyone’s situational awareness.
—Jeffrey W. Hornung, Foreign Affairs, 10 Apr. 2024
Pamela Bustios, Billboard, 16 Apr. 2024
Climate change, weakened regulation imperil many rivers The American Rivers report calls for protection and aims to raise awareness of the 10 rivers featured and conservation for all 3 million miles of rivers across the nation.
—Hayleigh Evans, The Arizona Republic, 16 Apr. 2024
Bullard’s spatial awareness, processing skills and football IQ give him an edge in coverage, but a defensive coaching staff will have to be mindful of the matchup.
—Eddie Brown, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Apr. 2024
The group plans to raise $50,000 for the program this year, Suzuki said, since demand for rental assistance has grown along with public awareness of the program.
—Isha Trivedi, The Mercury News, 14 Apr. 2024
The run is organized for the community to join survivors of brain injury and spread awareness.
—Kendrick Calfee, Kansas City Star, 13 Apr. 2024
The theme of hope holds particular significance in the face of widespread disillusionment, particularly among younger generations who confront increasing awareness of environmental crises.
—Caterina De Biasio, Vogue, 12 Apr. 2024
Parents are generally supportive of weighing children in school, and the letters have helped increase their awareness of obesity, research shows.
—Kavitha Cardoza, CNN, 12 Apr. 2024
Members in this network of relationships can also do a better job of sharing information to boost everyone’s situational awareness.
—Jeffrey W. Hornung, Foreign Affairs, 10 Apr. 2024
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“Awareness.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/awareness. Accessed 19 Apr. 2024.
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