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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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
Webb’s observations add to our knowledge of this particular asteroid, but also asteroids in general.
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Amanda Kooser, Forbes.com, 2 Apr. 2025
Her frank observations and optimism have earned her loyal friends.
—Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 1 Apr. 2025
But recent observations of 55 Cancri e using the James Webb Space Telescope show a bona fide atmosphere rich in carbon dioxide or carbon monoxide.
—Shi En Kim, Smithsonian Magazine, 1 Apr. 2025
Tully and colleagues used this distance and observations made by the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) to calibrate the absolute brightness of TRGB stars in NGC 4258.
—Anil Ananthaswamy, Scientific American, 1 Apr. 2025
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Amanda Kooser, Forbes.com, 2 Apr. 2025
Her frank observations and optimism have earned her loyal friends.
—Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 1 Apr. 2025
But recent observations of 55 Cancri e using the James Webb Space Telescope show a bona fide atmosphere rich in carbon dioxide or carbon monoxide.
—Shi En Kim, Smithsonian Magazine, 1 Apr. 2025
Tully and colleagues used this distance and observations made by the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) to calibrate the absolute brightness of TRGB stars in NGC 4258.
—Anil Ananthaswamy, Scientific American, 1 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for observation
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Courtesy of Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas Come nightfall, attention turns to the new Hard Shake cocktail lounge, accented by art decor motifs.—
Ryan Slattery,
Travel + Leisure,
3 Apr. 2025
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So my most fundamental goal was to use baseball to bring attention to this history on a wider scale from people who ordinarily would not be interested and to see, of course, how this history resonates with what’s happening today in this country.—
Ari Daniel,
Smithsonian Magazine,
3 Apr. 2025
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This aligns compliance, technology and operations in a way that ensures both regulatory adherence and practical execution.—
Dr. Michelle Frasher,
Forbes.com,
2 Apr. 2025
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Authorities may also conduct safety inspections to verify adherence to legal requirements.—
Matt Rozo,
Mercury News,
1 Apr. 2025
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The groups also plan assemblies and special events, including, for example, a week of activities themed around mental health awareness.—
Jackie Valley,
Christian Science Monitor,
9 Apr. 2025
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Our days in Lebanon were filled with uncertainty, violence and the constant awareness that life could drastically change in an instant.—
Dr. Ardem Patapoutian,
CNN Money,
9 Apr. 2025
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But neither the Principals’ Association nor the MSAD #51 Board of Directors will sign that compliance agreement, representatives said this week.—
Samantha Riedel,
Them.,
28 Mar. 2025
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The only modifications: noting that the approximately $9 tourist levy introduced in February 2024 is in fact mandatory, and upping enforcement mechanisms for broader compliance with the rules.—
Chad de Guzman,
Time,
28 Mar. 2025
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As his recruitment post notes, small businesses may well be disproportionately harmed by the tariffs and thus are the perfect plaintiffs.—
Cristian Farias,
New Yorker,
10 Apr. 2025
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Ziskin’s notes show that both Jack Nicholson and Michael Caine were considered at one point.—
Andy Greene,
Rolling Stone,
9 Apr. 2025
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The holiday, established as a federal commemorative observance by President Barack Obama in 2014, is recognized differently across the country.—
Ron Estes,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Mar. 2025
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Other concerns about daylight saving time included disruptions to harvesting schedules for farmers, interference with religious observances based on solar and lunar time and potential delays in reworking computer systems programmed to switch twice a year.—
Evan Moore,
Charlotte Observer,
13 Mar. 2025
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Stauffer is particularly focused on driving awareness around the company’s unique wellness offerings, including an on-site spa, fitness classes, mindfulness sessions, and seasonal cafés for a comprehensive wellness experience.—
Kaleigh Moore,
Forbes.com,
3 Apr. 2025
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Stress management: Meditation, mindfulness, breathing exercises, and enjoyable activities can help manage stress.—
Mark Gurarie,
Verywell Health,
3 Apr. 2025
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Their entire suburban community onscreen is built upon the mundanity of conformity, complete with Janice’s job at a Big Lots-adjacent big box retailer and her husband’s penchant for drinking beers alone at Sizzlin’ Sallies.—
Samantha Bergeson,
IndieWire,
4 Apr. 2025
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In confidential interviews, students voiced deep frustration that their academic experience is being eclipsed by ideological imperatives, with many lamenting the intrusion of political conformity into spaces meant for intellectual and professional growth.—
Kevin Waldman,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Apr. 2025
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“Observation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/observation. Accessed 15 Apr. 2025.
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