observant
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Garmus’ sophomore novel is more of a bildungsroman, the chronicle of a quietly observant boy who is certain of only one thing: that when it comes to poetry, he has perfect pitch.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 13, 2026
In 2017, under President Christina Paxson, Brown oversaw the extension of the Providence, R.I., eruv, allowing observant Jews to carry objects on campus during the Sabbath.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 11, 2026
A Jerusalem cafe picketed for weeks by observant Jews said Thursday it had agreed to shut on the Sabbath, bowing to demands despite counter-protests by secular Israelis.
From Barron's ● Sep. 3, 2026
Some cosmetics, medicines and supplements contain gelatin, animal fats, alcohol or other ingredients whose origins matter to observant consumers.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 12, 2026
But a hundred things should have indicated to you that my father is a figure of unusual distinction from whom you may learn a wealth of things were you prepared to be more observant.'
From "The Remains of the Day" by Kazuo Ishiguro
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