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as in alert
paying close attention usually for the purpose of anticipating approaching danger or opportunity
if you were more observant, you would perceive that something is troubling her deeply
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as in focused
having the mind fixed on something
observant viewers will notice that the position of hero's facial wound changes in the course of the scene
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Recent Examples of observant
And from Jerusalem, where the family is a fixture in the Baka neighborhood that is home to many English-speaking, religiously observant immigrants.
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Philissa Cramer, Sun Sentinel, 5 Sep. 2024
Kogan was an emissary of the Chabad Lubavitch movement, a prominent and highly observant branch of ultra-Orthodox Judaism based in Brooklyn’s Crown Heights neighborhood in New York City.
—Jon Gambrell, Sun Sentinel, 26 Nov. 2024
Kogan was an emissary of the Chabad Lubavitch movement, a prominent and highly observant branch of ultra-Orthodox Judaism based in Brooklyn's Crown Heights neighborhood in New York City.
—Tia Goldenberg and Jon Gambrell The Associated Press, arkansasonline.com, 25 Nov. 2024
Skepticism abounds, even from one of the most observant former players, Brandon McCarthy, who pitched for the Dodgers and Yankees.
—Bill Shaikin, Los Angeles Times, 24 Oct. 2024
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Philissa Cramer, Sun Sentinel, 5 Sep. 2024
Kogan was an emissary of the Chabad Lubavitch movement, a prominent and highly observant branch of ultra-Orthodox Judaism based in Brooklyn’s Crown Heights neighborhood in New York City.
—Jon Gambrell, Sun Sentinel, 26 Nov. 2024
Kogan was an emissary of the Chabad Lubavitch movement, a prominent and highly observant branch of ultra-Orthodox Judaism based in Brooklyn's Crown Heights neighborhood in New York City.
—Tia Goldenberg and Jon Gambrell The Associated Press, arkansasonline.com, 25 Nov. 2024
Skepticism abounds, even from one of the most observant former players, Brandon McCarthy, who pitched for the Dodgers and Yankees.
—Bill Shaikin, Los Angeles Times, 24 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for observant
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Indianapolis weather:Potential snow squalls have Indianapolis meteorologists on alert Flash freezing for this evening As temperatures fall later on today into the evening flash freezing on the surfaces of roads will also be possible.Jade Jackson, The Indianapolis Star, 11 Dec. 2024
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Residents with eucalyptus trees in or near their yard should also be on alert, since the trees are highly flammable and have shallow root structures.Maura Fox, The Mercury News, 10 Dec. 2024
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The study also urges healthcare providers to be more vigilant when diagnosing histoplasmosis, particularly in marijuana growers and highlights the need for testing commercial bat guano for Histoplasma and educating users on proper handling to avoid fungal infections.Dario Sabaghi, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
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Historically, country music has been vigilant about newcomers immersing themselves in the genre’s roots, and Post got his boots dirty to prove his bona fides.Kyle Denis, Billboard, 16 Dec. 2024
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Fruit flies sing, get drunk and can be kept awake with caffeine, suggesting even more similarities between their brains and ours.Joe Spring, Smithsonian Magazine, 20 Dec. 2024
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In another bedroom, Jamie is awake and thinking about Lord John.Kimberly Roots, TVLine, 20 Dec. 2024
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Although the mercury hovered at only 5°, all of us became so absorbed in the rabbit chase that no one noticed numb toes and cold ears.Erwin A. Bauer, Outdoor Life, 25 Dec. 2024
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Because of this, absorbed sunlight isn’t reradiated in every direction equally but in some directions more than others.Phil Plait, Scientific American, 20 Sep. 2024
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While the four vampires (plus their Monster and the Guide, played by Kristen Schaal) are largely unfazed by the news, Guillermo starts to spiral, seemingly unable to accept that this is the end of everything he's worked so hard for (under the watchful eye of the cameras).Stacy Lambe, People.com, 17 Dec. 2024
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The North Koreans apparently attacked in broad daylight, on foot, marching over mines under the watchful eyes of Ukrainian drones—and came under fire from drones and artillery.David Axe, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
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Reports had suggested that the Jazz aren't interested in trading Kessler, but a lot can happen from now till early February.Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 17 Dec. 2024
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This idea Microsoft has that a huge number of people are interested in streaming AAA Xbox games to a bunch of random electronics does not have much basis in reality at the present moment.Paul Tassi, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
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According to data from Our World in Data, people who are aware of the significant progress humanity has made over the last century are significantly more likely to believe that the future would be better.Talia Milgrom-Elcott, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
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That means the company's license plates are very likely to remain vulnerable despite Rodriguez's warning—a fact, Rodriguez says, that transport policymakers and law enforcement should be aware of as digital license plates roll out across the country.Andy Greenberg, WIRED, 16 Dec. 2024
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Guests can choose between the main house’s seven Victoriana-meets-maritime rooms, featuring claw-foot tubs and wood paneling, or opt for private beach cottages with direct beach access and attentive service.Monica Mendal, Vogue, 26 Dec. 2024
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With an uncertain economic outlook, the FOMC is attentive to the risks to both sides of its dual mandate of full employment and the 2% goal.Rohit Arora, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
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“Observant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/observant. Accessed 31 Dec. 2024.
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