1
as in follows
to act according to the commands of
you must observe all the rules of this school, not simply the ones that meet with your personal approval
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2
as in celebrates
to mark with an appropriate practice, rite, or ceremony
a time when few people in New England observed Christmas
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3
as in watches
to keep one's eyes on
happily spent many hours observing the birds at the backyard feeder
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as in reflects
to make a statement of one's opinion
"I think you might be mistaken," he observed
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as in notices
to make note of (something) through the use of one's eyes
she observed that the weather had changed again
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as in notes
to take notice of and be guided by
generally observes the suggestions of the experts regarding baby care
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Recent Examples of observes
The nation observes a day of mourning on Saturday, with government officials pausing their activities to show solidarity with the victims.
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Benedict Cosgrove, Newsweek, 20 Dec. 2024
Commentary and opinions The response to the MacArthur Park drug epidemic just isn’t enough, columnist Steve Lopez observes.
—Ryan Fonseca, Los Angeles Times, 19 Dec. 2024
Yes; Indiana observes daylight saving time.
—Joey Garrison, The Indianapolis Star, 18 Dec. 2024
Matias Meyer, Canada) Matias Meyer observes and embodies the last days of Metis leader Louis Riel, the essential figure in Canadian history, with an undeniable Bressonian touch.
—J. Kim Murphy, Variety, 18 Dec. 2024
The Navajo Nation observes Mountain Time.
—Olivia Rose, The Arizona Republic, 14 Dec. 2024
The United States Postal Service will not be operating Thursday as the agency observes Thanksgiving, a federal holiday.
—Alix Martichoux, The Hill, 28 Nov. 2024
The Menendez brothers’ plea for clemency is a learning moment, observes Melissa Breger, a professor at Albany Law School.
—Defne Karabatur, Los Angeles Times, 27 Nov. 2024
As the world observes, Germany’s steps to strengthen its defenses at home may set an example for other NATO countries facing a more unstable security situation.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 27 Nov. 2024
Benedict Cosgrove, Newsweek, 20 Dec. 2024
Commentary and opinions The response to the MacArthur Park drug epidemic just isn’t enough, columnist Steve Lopez observes.
—Ryan Fonseca, Los Angeles Times, 19 Dec. 2024
Yes; Indiana observes daylight saving time.
—Joey Garrison, The Indianapolis Star, 18 Dec. 2024
Matias Meyer, Canada) Matias Meyer observes and embodies the last days of Metis leader Louis Riel, the essential figure in Canadian history, with an undeniable Bressonian touch.
—J. Kim Murphy, Variety, 18 Dec. 2024
The Navajo Nation observes Mountain Time.
—Olivia Rose, The Arizona Republic, 14 Dec. 2024
The United States Postal Service will not be operating Thursday as the agency observes Thanksgiving, a federal holiday.
—Alix Martichoux, The Hill, 28 Nov. 2024
The Menendez brothers’ plea for clemency is a learning moment, observes Melissa Breger, a professor at Albany Law School.
—Defne Karabatur, Los Angeles Times, 27 Nov. 2024
As the world observes, Germany’s steps to strengthen its defenses at home may set an example for other NATO countries facing a more unstable security situation.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 27 Nov. 2024
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Newport, Seeger, Dylan and the Night That Split the Sixties, the 141-minute film follows the singer-songwriter from his arrival in New York City in 1961 to his controversial performance at the 1965 Newport Folk Festival.Grant Wong, Smithsonian Magazine, 24 Dec. 2024
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Plot, Cast, Run Time Directed by Ridley Scott, Gladiator II takes place 16 years after the death of Emperor Marcus Aurelius of Rome and follows Hanno (Paul Mescal), a former soldier-turned-slave who is forced into being a gladiator for the entertainment of Roman high society.Rudie Obias, The Hollywood Reporter, 24 Dec. 2024
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Christmas celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ, the light of the world for Christians.Don Yaeger, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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This collaboration, featuring Martin’s artwork All the Time, celebrates the simplicity of pen-to-paper moments in a digital world.Cassell Ferere, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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The concern from Felton reflects a broader political hurdle Johnson has faced as mayor.Gregory Royal Pratt, Chicago Tribune, 24 Dec. 2024
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Notably, the $123 average of analysts price estimates reflects a solid 45% upside potential from here.Trefis Team, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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Hanukkah, the Jewish Festival of Lights, commemorates the rededication of the Second Temple in Jerusalem and the miracle of the oil that burned for eight days.Don Yaeger, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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Hanukkah, also known as the Festival of Lights, commemorates the victory of a small group of Jewish fighters, who called themselves the Maccabees, over the powerful Greek-Assyrian army, around 165 BCE.Gail Swedroe, Austin American-Statesman, 19 Dec. 2024
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Nobody sees Santa Claus, but that is no sign that there is no Santa Claus.Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 24 Dec. 2024
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Of the two that would be acquired through a trade (Suzuki and Robert), Rosenthal sees the latter as being the one who is more available.Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
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“Observes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/observes. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.
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