1
as in visible
capable of being seen
scientists often work with phenomena that are not directly observable
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as in remarkable
worth remembering or mentioning
a man who apparently was devoid of any observable virtue
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Recent Examples of observable
Messaging that traffics heavily in doomsday scenarios, rather than discussions of the everyday tumult and inconveniences caused by climate change, is likely to distract from the more observable issues (and continue to conjure partisan attacks).
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Jerel Ezell, TIME, 16 Oct. 2024
Among the most reliable sources for a seasonal outlook are physical drivers and climate patterns that are easily observable with consistent outcomes.
—Hayleigh Evans, The Arizona Republic, 14 Oct. 2024
These are the events that create the best aurora, and the extended auroral oval will be observable by most people.
—Jamie Carter, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
The reasons are the sheer size and majesty of these creatures along with their easily observable emotional displays and social interactions, especially if babies are part of the herd.
—Laurie Werner, Forbes, 12 Sep. 2024
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Jerel Ezell, TIME, 16 Oct. 2024
Among the most reliable sources for a seasonal outlook are physical drivers and climate patterns that are easily observable with consistent outcomes.
—Hayleigh Evans, The Arizona Republic, 14 Oct. 2024
These are the events that create the best aurora, and the extended auroral oval will be observable by most people.
—Jamie Carter, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
The reasons are the sheer size and majesty of these creatures along with their easily observable emotional displays and social interactions, especially if babies are part of the herd.
—Laurie Werner, Forbes, 12 Sep. 2024
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Black smoke was visible as the red flames came from the roof of the building.NBC New York, NBC News, 13 Nov. 2024
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On a clear night, several planets in our solar system were visible without a telescope.Emilie Le Beau Lucchesi, Discover Magazine, 6 Nov. 2024
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Everyone else was washed out by a solid but not remarkable Bucs offensive line.Dieter Kurtenbach, The Mercury News, 10 Nov. 2024
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Of course, this isn’t entirely true across the (cheese) board — cheese comes in a remarkable range of colors, from pale white to deep yellow-orange.Vox Staff, Vox, 5 Nov. 2024
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That said, even with Godot’s consumer-friendly attempts, amateurs might have difficulty getting on board, especially without an intuitive visual scripting option.PCMAG, PCMAG, 7 Nov. 2024
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Here is a visual essay of polling stations and voters across the nation.Laura A. Oda, The Mercury News, 7 Nov. 2024
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Despite the bye week, the 49ers listed a number of noteworthy players as questionable: wide receivers Deebo Samuel (oblique, rib) and Jauan Jennings (hip), defensive end Nick Bosa (hip) and safety Malik Mustapha (calf).Michael Nowels, The Mercury News, 10 Nov. 2024
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Though the sci-fi franchise is well-loved by viewers new and old, discussions about adding to its already noteworthy legacy haven’t taken off.Sara Belcher, People.com, 5 Nov. 2024
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Related Articles There are some minor and barely noticeable physical improvements over previous models, such as a slightly less prominent camera bump in the back.Larry Magid, The Mercury News, 7 Nov. 2024
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Other experiments are less noticeable but nonetheless consequential: by increasing early voting, for example, states have observed changes in who participates in elections, including those previously left out of the process.Jenna Bednar, Foreign Affairs, 5 Nov. 2024
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Squash is at its peak this time of year and is a perfect base for secret sauces and/or unexpected ingredients that will make a meal memorable.Claudia Alexander, The Mercury News, 7 Nov. 2024
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The Ravel makes several stops in idyllic medieval towns along the Rhône, including Avignon, Viviers, and Arles – the lovely Roman town where Vincent van Gogh created some of his most memorable work.James Rampton, theweek, 6 Nov. 2024
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There was one notable exception: Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Horne, a Republican, got kicked out of a voting center at Paradise Valley Community College in Phoenix for crossing the 75-foot line that marks the campaigning limit.Sasha Hupka, The Arizona Republic, 6 Nov. 2024
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In recent decades, news outlets have typically called the presidential race late on election night or the morning after, with two notable exceptions.Rachel Barber, The Indianapolis Star, 6 Nov. 2024
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“Observable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/observable. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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