How to Use for observation in a Sentence

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  • She was treated for cuts and abrasions at the time and held for observation.
    Tracey Harrington McCoy, Peoplemag, 1 Mar. 2023
  • She was treated for cuts and abrasions at the time and held for observation.
    Daniela Avila, Peoplemag, 20 Feb. 2024
  • The alignment will be visible in the days before and after March 28, but that date will be the best day for observation.
    Ariana Garcia, Chron, 22 Mar. 2023
  • That marked his third rescue, and he was kept at SeaWorld for observation.
    San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 June 2022
  • The one that crashed was a Bell helicopter, used for observation while fighting fires.
    Kevin Shalvey, ABC News, 7 Aug. 2023
  • After some time, the family was told that the twins were being kept overnight for observation.
    Angela Andaloro, Peoplemag, 3 June 2024
  • The 76-year-old was taken to Princess Grace Hospital in Monaco and kept overnight for observation.
    Vanessa Etienne, Peoplemag, 28 Aug. 2023
  • Her aunt would be held for observation for 72 hours and then be released, never getting long-term help.
    George Skelton, Los Angeles Times, 8 May 2023
  • Her aunt would be held for observation for 72 hours and then be released, never getting long-term help.
    George Skelton, Los Angeles Times, 8 May 2023
  • The sheriff said all three students, who are in first, second and fifth grades, were taken to the hospital for observation.
    Henri Hollis, ajc, 11 Aug. 2022
  • Paula is placed in a mental health center in East Chicago for observation.
    Alex Mar, Rolling Stone, 25 Mar. 2023
  • Here a man leads sheep recently exposed to anthrax to a staked line for observation.
    Rebecca Kreston, Discover Magazine, 1 Apr. 2017
  • John, 76, was taken to a hospital and kept overnight for observation.
    Patrick Ryan, USA TODAY, 28 Aug. 2023
  • The Christian singer was then treated for cuts and abrasions before being held for observation.
    Brenton Blanchet, Peoplemag, 16 Jan. 2023
  • Oliver and Smith returned to the hospital the next day and Dr. Steve Avezzano admitted the baby for observation.
    Amy Yurkanin | Ayurkanin@al.com, al, 6 Nov. 2022
  • The child was taken to an area hospital for observation, according to Boothroyd.
    Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 28 May 2024
  • Doctors expect the children to remain in hospital for observation for up to three weeks.
    Stefano Pozzebon, CNN, 12 June 2023
  • The 48-year-old was taken to a hospital for observation and to be treated for dehydration.
    Caitlin McFall, Fox News, 9 May 2023
  • The 48-year-old was taken to a hospital for observation and to be treated for dehydration.
    Caitlin McFall, Fox News, 9 May 2023
  • He was rescued soon after and was being kept in a sanctuary for observation.
    Amanda Lee Myers, USA TODAY, 1 June 2023
  • Once brought in for observation, many test positive for the coronavirus.
    San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 Dec. 2020
  • Ware was placed on a stretcher and transported by ambulance to the infield care center for observation.
    John Sturbin, Dallas News, 25 Sep. 2022
  • The boy was taken to a hospital for observation, police said Tuesday.
    Fox News, 21 Apr. 2022
  • Roberts collapsed in an elevator while on his way to the jail’s medical area for observation, the Sheriff’s Office said.
    Nicole Lopez, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 18 May 2024
  • Newgarden was airlifted to a Des Moines hospital Sunday night, was held there overnight for observation and released the next day.
    Nathan Brown, The Indianapolis Star, 30 July 2022
  • Most were released but several were kept for observation and testing to determine the cause, Lindall said.
    CBS News, 19 Jan. 2023
  • The Devil Comet probably won't be visible to the naked eye, but a good set of binoculars or a backyard telescope should suffice for observation.
    Tiffany Acosta, The Arizona Republic, 30 May 2024
  • He was subsequently taken to the Princess Grace Hospital in Monaco and kept overnight for observation.
    Shania Russell, EW.com, 28 Aug. 2023
  • His office later said Netanyahu would stay at the hospital overnight for observation.
    Amir Tal, CNN, 15 July 2023
  • They were taken to Israeli hospitals for observation and were declared to be in good condition.
    CBS News, 25 Nov. 2023

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