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to observe
01
to carefully watch something in order gain knowledge or understanding about the subject
Transitive: to observe sth
02
to make a written or spoken remark
Transitive: to observe that
03
to participate in a formal or ceremonial activity, often with specific traditions or rituals
Transitive: to observe a ceremonial activity
04
to notice something or someone
Transitive: to observe sb/sth
05
to comply with laws or regulations
Transitive: to observe laws or regulations
06
to pay careful attention to subtle signs or indications that may foreshadow what is to come
Transitive: to observe signs or indications
07
to adhere to a particular practice or tradition in one's conduct
Transitive: to observe a practice or tradition
observe
v
observable
adj
observable
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observance
n
observance
n
observant
adj
observant
adj
Example
Scientists observe the behavior of animals in their natural habitats.
Right now, researchers are observing the effects of the new medication on patients.
During the experiment, the researchers observed a significant decrease in temperature after the chemical reaction.
While the storm was raging, scientists were observing the impact on the coastline.
The researchers were observing the experiment closely as the data unfolded.
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