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observation

[ob-zur-vey-shuhn] / ˌɒb zɜrˈveɪ ʃən /




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She did not expect this observation to lead her into the study of deep-sea microbial mats.

From Science Daily • Apr. 3, 2026

The result is a system designed to carry passengers from the ground to the world’s highest observation deck in one uninterrupted ride.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 2, 2026

His observation comes amid predictions that capital-intensity metrics will outstrip those from the dot-com era, as noted by Morgan Stanley analyst Todd Castagno last month.

From Barron's • Mar. 27, 2026

Of particular concern may be Kaneva’s observation that California is particularly vulnerable as the most exposed region in the U.S.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 27, 2026

One night early in May Nat got a good lunar observation and worked out their longitude.

From "Carry On, Mr. Bowditch" by Jean Lee Latham