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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2
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
There is a risk of turning Artie into a naif, but in her careful, close observations, his depths become increasingly legible.
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John Warner, Chicago Tribune, 2 May 2026
Here are some early observations and potential storylines from what could be the best second-round series of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs.
—Corey Masisak, Denver Post, 2 May 2026
The Blue Man Group is back in business as of May 1 with a new show in its new theater near the base of the Orlando Eye observation wheel at Icon Park.
—Dewayne Bevil, The Orlando Sentinel, 1 May 2026
Gut health is increasingly being treated as a meaningful piece of the Parkinson’s puzzle rather than a side note, and the next wave of research will likely focus on whether tracking the microbiome can move from observation to actual early detection.
—Samantha Agate, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 1 May 2026
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John Warner, Chicago Tribune, 2 May 2026
Here are some early observations and potential storylines from what could be the best second-round series of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs.
—Corey Masisak, Denver Post, 2 May 2026
The Blue Man Group is back in business as of May 1 with a new show in its new theater near the base of the Orlando Eye observation wheel at Icon Park.
—Dewayne Bevil, The Orlando Sentinel, 1 May 2026
Gut health is increasingly being treated as a meaningful piece of the Parkinson’s puzzle rather than a side note, and the next wave of research will likely focus on whether tracking the microbiome can move from observation to actual early detection.
—Samantha Agate, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 1 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for observation
Noun
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As the Moon moves into Capricorn this afternoon, attention shifts toward what works, what needs structure, and what can hold up over time.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
5 May 2026
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False alarms present a challenge, which can be costly in terms of time and attention, said Patrick Roberts, a senior researcher with the nonprofit research group Rand who recently finished a project on accelerating innovation in wildfire management.—
Dorany Pineda,
Los Angeles Times,
4 May 2026
Noun
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Candidates and party members are now concerned about the adherence to those rules.—
Elle Meyers,
CBS News,
5 May 2026
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In my administration, safety, respect and adherence to the law will be top priorities.—
Kaitlyn Schallhorn,
Oc Register,
4 May 2026
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The viral social media content around food safety is not just creating awareness but also providing alternatives, and that's something large consumer product companies will be closely watching.—
Priyanka Salve,
CNBC,
7 May 2026
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These visionary artist‑activists have created performances binding Jewish wisdom with ecological awareness, exploring renewal, belonging, and resilience in the face of the ecological crisis, the news release stated.—
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 May 2026
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Before publishing, journalists reviewed this content in compliance with McClatchy Media’s AI policy.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
1 May 2026
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In a 6-3 decision authored by Justice Samuel Alito, the Supreme Court's conservative majority found that compliance with Section 2 could not justify the state's use of race in redrawing its House district lines.—
Aaron Navarro,
CBS News,
1 May 2026
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The note, which was discovered by Epstein’s former cellmate, had been under seal for years.—
Jeremy Roebuck,
Washington Post,
7 May 2026
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Her desk was perpetually covered in Post-it notes of various neon hues.—
E. Tammy Kim,
New Yorker,
7 May 2026
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Beyond tacos and margaritas, the day is a historical observance of Mexico's triumph over the French.—
Finch Walker,
USA Today,
4 May 2026
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The denomination contains many divisions, each one adjusting their observance of Jewish law differently in response to modernity.—
Michal Raucher,
The Conversation,
30 Apr. 2026
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Worshipers mark the day by visiting holy sites and temples, the giving of alms and practicing mindfulness and spiritual purity, as noted by the University of Colombo in Sri Lanka.—
Anthony Wood,
Space.com,
1 May 2026
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Find healthy ways to cope with stress, such as meditation, mindfulness exercises, yoga, and breathing exercises.—
Mark Gurarie,
Verywell Health,
30 Apr. 2026
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In a culture that demands silence and conformity, her endurance becomes the loudest act of love, and his body becomes the only language left.—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
6 May 2026
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Complete freedom, paradoxically, leads to conformity.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
6 May 2026
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“Observation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/observation. Accessed 8 May. 2026.
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