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as in adherence
the following of a custom, rule, or law
the observance of this family tradition would make your grandmother very happy observance of the smoking ban in public buildings
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as in ritual
an oft-repeated action or series of actions performed in accordance with tradition or a set of rules
some religions require very specific observances on holy days
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as in awareness
a state of being aware
if you've been doing any significant housecleaning, it has escaped my observance
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Recent Examples of observance
The Senior Center will be closed on Monday, Jan. 20 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
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Kris Slugg, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Jan. 2025
Carter had been lying in repose in Atlanta, as part of six days of observances that began Saturday with a service at his boyhood home in Plains, Georgia.
—Caroline Linton, CBS News, 7 Jan. 2025
In 2025, these dates align, creating a unique overlap of federal observances.
—Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 6 Jan. 2025
Yes, the New York Stock Exchange and Nasdaq will close U.S. markets in observance of the National Day of Mourning.
—Addy Bink, The Hill, 7 Jan. 2025
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Kris Slugg, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Jan. 2025
Carter had been lying in repose in Atlanta, as part of six days of observances that began Saturday with a service at his boyhood home in Plains, Georgia.
—Caroline Linton, CBS News, 7 Jan. 2025
In 2025, these dates align, creating a unique overlap of federal observances.
—Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 6 Jan. 2025
Yes, the New York Stock Exchange and Nasdaq will close U.S. markets in observance of the National Day of Mourning.
—Addy Bink, The Hill, 7 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for observance
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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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These advancements could help provide smoother trips, reduce stress for travelers and increase adherence to company travel policies.—
Duke Chung,
Forbes,
17 Jan. 2025
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Belize is home to hundreds of caverns where Mayan priests once held rituals to petition the gods for rain or a successful harvest.—
Gina DeCaprio Vercesi,
Travel + Leisure,
23 Jan. 2025
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In this framework, Gottman outlines several key components that are necessary to create a healthy relationship, such as building shared meaning, nurturing fondness and admiration and creating rituals of connection.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes,
21 Jan. 2025
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Perception: situational awareness of the vehicle surroundings including obstacles and other racecars is especially important in multi-car races.—
Sabbir Rangwala,
Forbes,
16 Jan. 2025
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Celebrities are donating to relief funds, production companies are offering aid, and events are shifting focus to raise awareness and money for recovery efforts.—
Shelby Stewart,
Essence,
16 Jan. 2025
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The case stems from when a Braintree tobacco and compliance inspection officer conducted a routine check at the Cumby’s on Washington Street in April of 2023.—
Rick Sobey,
Boston Herald,
15 Jan. 2025
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Twitter was fined $350,000 for failing to show good faith and timely compliance, in a case the Supreme Court declined to review.—
Democrat-Gazette staff from wire reports,
arkansasonline.com,
15 Jan. 2025
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The swearing-in ceremony is expected to be moved inside the U.S. Capitol Rotunda because of low temperatures in Washington D.C., according to multiple reports.—
Sara Dorn,
Forbes,
19 Jan. 2025
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The congressional lunch is a longstanding tradition held after the swearing-in ceremony.—
Erica Lamberg,
Fox News,
19 Jan. 2025
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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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All in all, a perfect storm for a disaster The accident drew national attention.—
Mike Klingaman,
Baltimore Sun,
21 Jan. 2025
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Direct observation eventually undermined the theory.—
Danny Robb,
JSTOR Daily,
23 Jan. 2025
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As both a documentarian and frequent interviewee himself, Questlove says that he’s learned that using contemporary observations, especially from a subject, aren’t necessarily the best way to pinpoint their impact.—
Todd Gilchrist,
Variety,
23 Jan. 2025
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In Chicago, a second roll-call vote will take place, this one ceremonial.—
Tribune News Service,
The Mercury News,
16 Aug. 2024
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As her funeral is shown on The Crown season 6, here’s everything to know about the royal ceremonial.—
Kelsie Gibson,
Peoplemag,
16 Nov. 2023
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“Observance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/observance. Accessed 28 Jan. 2025.
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