observe
/əb ˈzɜrv/
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Definition(s):
- (v) discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of
- (v) make mention of
- (v) observe with care or pay close attention to
- (v) watch attentively
- (v) show respect towards
- (v) behave as expected during of holidays or rites
- (v) follow with the eyes or the mind
- (v) stick to correctly or closely
- (v) conform one's action or practice to
Usage(s):
- President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama observed a moment of silence in honor of 911 victims outside the White House as a single bugler played taps.
- When the cloak which allows you to observe is stripped from you, then the most useful and indeed fascinating tool of your work is taken with it.
Quotes
- McCain replied: "I don't think I did anything that any other American wouldn't do and the great honor and privilege of my life was to serve in the company of heroes and to observe a thousand acts of courage and compassion and love."on Jun 11, 2008 By: John McCain Source: International Herald Tribune
- "We have the feeling - but we will continue to observe that with great attention - that what is needed in terms of level of interventions on our part has been progressively diminishing," Trichet said.on Jul 8, 2010 By: Jean-Claude Trichet Source: Washington Post
- "Our conduct of our military today and throughout our nation's history makes this country very proud," Cheney said. "It is our prayer they will return in victory, safely home, to live out their lives and be here to observe many Veterans Days...on Nov 11, 2007 By: Vice President Dick Cheney Source: Guardian Unlimited
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