observational

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"We filter out known natural influences in the observational data, so that the 'noise' is reduced, making the underlying long-term warming signal more clearly visible," Foster added.

From Science Daily • Mar. 9, 2026

She lost her sight aged 17, five years ago, and says her more observational tics, such as focusing on peoples' physical appearances, have since lessened.

From BBC • Feb. 27, 2026

It's also worth remembering that this was an observational study, meaning it shows associations rather than cause and effect.

From Science Daily • Feb. 26, 2026

Although middle-aged, I had not lost the observational skills I’d learned in middle school: I could quickly identify the cool kids and the ones eager for their approval.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 19, 2026

Both theories lack observational evidence: no one has ever seen a giant tortoise with the earth on its back, but then, no one has seen a superstring either.

From "A Brief History of Time: And Other Essays" by Stephen Hawking