OBSERVATIONS Synonyms: 39 Similar and Opposite Words

observations

noun

plural of observation

as in adherences

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 observations Its observations helped refine the age of the Universe, study black holes, discover thousands of galaxies, and capture some of the most iconic images ever taken from space. — Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 9 Aug. 2026 As mentioned in recent observations, cornerback and linebacker remain difficult to gauge with the injury list growing at those respective positions. — Kansas City Star, 8 Aug. 2026 Unfortunately, these are the closest (and best) observations to that area. — Christa Swanson, CBS News, 8 Aug. 2026 To prevent a drainage of power, Swift isn’t currently making science observations, but that could change this fall if LINK is successful. — Ashley Strickland, CNN Money, 7 Aug. 2026 The synthetic images accurately reproduced the vortexes’ appearance and dynamics, including growth rate, distribution, and propagation speeds, which led the team to conclude their observations are most likely real. — Jacek Krywko, ArsTechnica, 7 Aug. 2026 So, new observations by powerful telescopes like JWST can significantly change our understanding of the cosmos. — Chelsea Gohd, Space.com, 7 Aug. 2026 Just remember that Mercury, Gemini’s ruler, is still in Cancer, so beneath all the clever observations and rapid-fire conversations, feelings and intuition are still driving the narrative. — Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 7 Aug. 2026 The region already possesses satellites, weather observations, sophisticated climate models, and regional monitoring mechanisms. — Karryl Kim Sagun Trajano, Fortune, 2 Aug. 2026

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Rabbi Josh Joseph of the Orthodox Union said many Jewish religious practices are tied to sunrise and sunset, which determine prayer times and observances.

— Saman Shafiq, USA Today, 9 Aug. 2026
Over time, Muharram observances became woven into civic and cultural life across parts of the region, where some Hindus participated as musicians in processions and others crafted tazias.

— ABC News, ABC News, 25 June 2026

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