1
as in attention
a state of being aware
it has come to my observation that you've been missing a lot of school lately
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2
as in adherence
the following of a custom, rule, or law
a society in which a strict observation of business etiquette is expected of visiting foreigners
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Recent Examples of observation
Some surprising observations included an 18% percent lower risk of psychotic disorders like schizophrenia and a 12% lower chance of Alzheimer's.
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Katherine Hignett, Forbes, 21 Jan. 2025
For the moment, here are five observations from immediately after the Divisional Round win in KC:
1.
—Sam McDowell, Kansas City Star, 19 Jan. 2025
And of course, there will be many more solemn observations, including church services and memorials.
—Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board, Orlando Sentinel, 18 Jan. 2025
Earlier this week, field observations recorded fountain heights reaching up to 330 feet, though activity has since moderated, according to USGS.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 18 Jan. 2025
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Katherine Hignett, Forbes, 21 Jan. 2025
For the moment, here are five observations from immediately after the Divisional Round win in KC:
1.
—Sam McDowell, Kansas City Star, 19 Jan. 2025
And of course, there will be many more solemn observations, including church services and memorials.
—Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board, Orlando Sentinel, 18 Jan. 2025
Earlier this week, field observations recorded fountain heights reaching up to 330 feet, though activity has since moderated, according to USGS.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 18 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for observation
Noun
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Barron's Political Involvement This is not the first time Barron has captured attention.—
Kristen Waggoner,
Newsweek,
22 Jan. 2025
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Instead of paying for outdated systems and unnecessary overhead, forward-thinking brands are redistributing their budgets to focus on what truly matters: bold, transformative creative work that captures attention, drives engagement and delivers measurable business results.—
Flavio Vidigal,
Forbes,
21 Jan. 2025
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The Philippine government's use of PCG assets in this context aims not to provoke China, but to resolve differences through rational discussion and adherence to international law.—
Micah McCartney,
Newsweek,
20 Jan. 2025
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At the request of library Director Steve Bumgarner, Almon said the board voted Wednesday to remove the bulletin board, a space where members of the public could post community events in adherence with the library’s policies.—
Rose Evans,
Idaho Statesman,
17 Jan. 2025
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By sharing her story, Gold helped bring awareness to a subject that hadn't previously been spoken about openly.—
Raechal Shewfelt,
EW.com,
28 Jan. 2025
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Nunley at the National MS Society said awareness is becoming increasingly critical, particularly because the disease can be challenging to diagnose.—
Cindy Krischer Goodman,
Sun Sentinel,
28 Jan. 2025
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The state would conduct audits on businesses to ensure compliance with those requirements, something that Albritton was opposed to.—
Ana Ceballos,
Miami Herald,
27 Jan. 2025
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According to the ceasefire, Hezbollah must withdraw its forces north of the Litani River, with the Lebanese Army occupying the south to ensure compliance.—
Brady Knox,
Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government,
26 Jan. 2025
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On that note, here’s what else is happening around the West: FALLOUT FROM THE FIRES (Mandel Ngan / AFP/Getty Images) President Trump visited Los Angeles on Friday to see the destruction from the Palisades fire.—
Sammy Roth,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Jan. 2025
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If the package ends up on a somewhat deflated, flat note of despair the fault lies more with history and probably deadline pressure to get the film finished for Sundance, missing out on the most recent hostage releases.—
Leslie Felperin,
The Hollywood Reporter,
28 Jan. 2025
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Coretta Scott King, the wife of Dr. King, had a great idea in the year prior to the first observance of the federal holiday.—
William Lambers,
Hartford Courant,
19 Jan. 2025
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Closings Here are a list of closings in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day: State government offices will be closed.—
John Coffren,
Baltimore Sun,
18 Jan. 2025
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Teach your child mindfulness skills Another effective way to pause and cool off is by practicing mindfulness.—
Wendy Wisner,
Parents,
21 Jan. 2025
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Yet in moments of great trauma, practicing mindfulness can be particularly challenging.—
Todd Martens,
Los Angeles Times,
20 Jan. 2025
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But hamstrung, now, by rigid and top-down directives that prioritize ideological conformity over practical solutions, local politicians are ill equipped to tackle the mounting pressures of fiscal insolvency and unemployment.—
Jude Blanchette,
Foreign Affairs,
7 Jan. 2025
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If the system falls into the high-risk category, demand a compliance roadmap specifying steps for conformity assessments, whether conducted internally or by an external body.—
Dimitar Dimitrov,
Forbes,
3 Jan. 2025
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“Observation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/observation. Accessed 2 Feb. 2025.
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