Definition of observernext
as in spectator
someone who sees or watches something observers of the boxing match seemed to be divided as to who won

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Recent Examples of observer Industry observers see the group’s unraveling finances as the central reason the merger died, according to various local outlets, such as The Korea Herald. Patrick Brzeski, HollywoodReporter, 2 July 2026 Despite their clerical nature, an initial hearing is critical to a person’s immigration case, said Erin Moncure, who has volunteered as a court observer with the nonprofit CLUE since September. Itzel Luna, Los Angeles Times, 1 July 2026 Most independent observers have suggested that a 12- to 18-month timeline is probably the most realistic for New Glenn’s return to flight. Eric Berger, ArsTechnica, 1 July 2026 But many close observers of the war in Russia have concluded that Putin has no other choice. Simon Shuster, The Atlantic, 1 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for observer
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Noun
  • Stunned spectators are heard gasping and screaming before people start to run away.
    ABC News, ABC News, 5 July 2026
  • Both players and celebrity spectators show off ace timepieces at the prestigious, centuries-old tennis tournament every year.
    Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 4 July 2026
Noun
  • Kittrell hopes the series will reintroduce viewers to artists who don’t get the same attention as Nirvana and Pearl Jam, like L7 and Spin Doctors.
    Angelina Mazza, Los Angeles Times, 3 July 2026
  • The pro-government newspaper Sabah said dozens of viewers were offended by jokes on religion and filed complaints against the comedian, prompting the investigation.
    ABC News, ABC News, 2 July 2026

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“Observer.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/observer. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.

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