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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
The series explores youth, vulnerability and connection through a restrained, emotionally observant lens.
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Patrick Brzeski, HollywoodReporter, 27 Jan. 2026
The fun out-of-home posters scattered around New York City served as Easter eggs for the residency, rewarding observant fans and generating organic social media buzz.
—Olivia Shalhoup, Forbes.com, 23 Jan. 2026
The governor writes that his willingness to publicly embrace his Jewish faith before and after the attack has been welcomed by people of various religious backgrounds, suggesting that his experience as part of an observant Jewish family would be a prominent part of any run for the presidency.
—Toluse Olorunnipa, The Atlantic, 19 Jan. 2026
Lorne, then, is an observant and patient tale of the rise of a ruler who adapts and also thrives on chaos, Richard III meets The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes meets Animal House.
—Brian Boone, Vulture, 12 Dec. 2025
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Patrick Brzeski, HollywoodReporter, 27 Jan. 2026
The fun out-of-home posters scattered around New York City served as Easter eggs for the residency, rewarding observant fans and generating organic social media buzz.
—Olivia Shalhoup, Forbes.com, 23 Jan. 2026
The governor writes that his willingness to publicly embrace his Jewish faith before and after the attack has been welcomed by people of various religious backgrounds, suggesting that his experience as part of an observant Jewish family would be a prominent part of any run for the presidency.
—Toluse Olorunnipa, The Atlantic, 19 Jan. 2026
Lorne, then, is an observant and patient tale of the rise of a ruler who adapts and also thrives on chaos, Richard III meets The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes meets Animal House.
—Brian Boone, Vulture, 12 Dec. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for observant
Adjective
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That is why staying alert after breach reports matters.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
10 Feb. 2026
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Without it, even the tiredest body stays alert.—
Reem Raouda,
CNBC,
8 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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People are increasingly focused on how to live well—not just longer.—
Stephanie Anderson Witmer,
Health,
9 Feb. 2026
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What could have been chaotic became incredibly focused.—
Andreas Wiseman,
Deadline,
9 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Modern leaders must be vigilant and attentive to emotional undercurrents.—
Paul Vanderbroeck,
Big Think,
9 Feb. 2026
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Parents like me remain vigilant.—
Coley Gallagher,
The Orlando Sentinel,
7 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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The immersed detector will then start collecting data.—
Chris Young,
Interesting Engineering,
4 Feb. 2026
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Lovers of the natural world will find ample opportunities to become immersed in the landscape.—
Condé Nast Traveler,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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The results revealed subjects who napped had weaker synaptic connections in their brains than those who stayed awake.—
Hunter Boyce,
AJC.com,
11 Feb. 2026
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An October study found speed training may preserve acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter that makes the brain more awake, focused and attentive.—
Sandee LaMotte,
CNN Money,
10 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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The absorbed or scattered light creates a unique pattern called the spectrum, which is effectively the substance’s fingerprint.—
Ambuj Tewari,
The Conversation,
6 Mar. 2025
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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
Adjective
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The baby inside the king cake is typically hidden from view to symbolize hiding the newborn Jesus from King Herod's watchful eye.—
Mary Catherine McAnnally Scott,
Southern Living,
14 Feb. 2026
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But beyond being a helpful hand and watchful eye, DiTore has been a real source of comfort for many in Demarest, like Erin Kitzie.—
Steve Hartman,
CBS News,
14 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Together, the properties suggest an investor interested not just in impressive homes, but in places with lasting cultural imprint.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
13 Feb. 2026
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Bella was more interested in the chatter around the film.—
Rachel Handler,
Vulture,
13 Feb. 2026
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“Observant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/observant. Accessed 16 Feb. 2026.
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