observer
noun
ob·serv·er
əb-ˈzər-vər 
Examples of observer in a Sentence
According to one observer, the event was poorly organized.
The star is not visible to an observer without a telescope.
According to one military observer, this change comes after years of planning.
Observers say the economy is improving.
The class has an observer today, so please be on your best behavior.
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Some observers see his comments as a calculated appeal to President Trump's business instincts.
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Raja Krishnamoorthi, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Apr. 2025
When the vintage-looking, oversize watch with a second time zone function debuted in 2015, some observers called it a deviation for the watchmaker, but the debonair design did attract fans.
—Robin Swithinbank, New York Times, 7 Apr. 2025
But some observers say such criticism is unlikely to phase Trump.
—Ian Swanson, The Hill, 6 Apr. 2025
While some observers thought Trump’s harsh foray Wednesday was the first stage in negotiations, China is clearly not backing down from the fight.
—Sj Staff, Sourcing Journal, 4 Apr. 2025
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Raja Krishnamoorthi, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Apr. 2025
When the vintage-looking, oversize watch with a second time zone function debuted in 2015, some observers called it a deviation for the watchmaker, but the debonair design did attract fans.
—Robin Swithinbank, New York Times, 7 Apr. 2025
But some observers say such criticism is unlikely to phase Trump.
—Ian Swanson, The Hill, 6 Apr. 2025
While some observers thought Trump’s harsh foray Wednesday was the first stage in negotiations, China is clearly not backing down from the fight.
—Sj Staff, Sourcing Journal, 4 Apr. 2025
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“Observer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/observer. Accessed 14 Apr. 2025.
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