observational
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In recent years, several observational studies have suggested that GLP-1 drugs may be associated with lower risks for certain cancers or improved outcomes among cancer survivors.
From Science Daily • Jun. 6, 2026
Because the research is observational, it can’t prove that ultraprocessed foods cause dementia and cognitive impairment.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026
Because the study was observational and conducted at a single medical center, it cannot prove that low vitamin D directly caused the increase in pain.
From Science Daily • May 20, 2026
Such observational research alone doesn’t prove that natural food colors harm health.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 2026
Kepler was never able to be an effective observer of the heavens because of his bad eyesight, and in Graz he had no access to observational data.
From "The Scientists" by John Gribbin
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