closely/well observed

idiom

: very realistic

The story is a closely/well observed portrait of the city.

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Such well observed details are sprinkled throughout, revealing the complexity, fallibility and kindness of ordinary people. —

Leslie Felperin, The Hollywood Reporter, 30 Sep. 2024 Body language is a powerful, often subconscious way to gauge relationship health and should be closely observed. —

Mark Travers, Forbes, 21 Sep. 2024 Over the past 25 years, Toro has closely observed technology shift from a helpful tool to an all-consuming obsession. —

Roxsy Lin, Los Angeles Times, 9 Sep. 2024 The lyrics are accurate and well observed, and that’s why the parody works; instead of being about hot late-night hookups, this is about stealing dumplings and taking out your Invisalign before going down on your long-term partner. —

Grant Pardee, Vulture, 12 Feb. 2024 See all Example Sentences for closely/well observed

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