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observatory

noun

əb-ˈzər-və-ˌtȯr-ē

Definition of observatory

as in tower

a high place or structure from which a wide view is possible the observatory is located on a mountaintop

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Recent Examples of observatory The first Lagrange point (L1) also hosts spacecraft, including solar and weather observatories; the other three points are uninhabited. — Mary Randolph, Scientific American, 1 Sep. 2026 The culmination of a $4 billion project, the observatory is now on its way to a distant orbit beyond the moon. — Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 31 Aug. 2026 The new mission will extend the vision of NASA’s other famous observatories, providing a field of view 100 times wider than the Hubble Space Telescope and complementing the groundbreaking work of the James Webb Space Telescope. — Stephen Clark, ArsTechnica, 31 Aug. 2026 Below that threshold, operating the observatory becomes increasingly difficult and its descent accelerates, NASA officials said in the statement. — Samantha Mathewson, Space.com, 31 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for observatory

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Its flowing, inward-curving shape wraps around a 30-foot central tower, forming a space where people can come together to reflect, remember, and gather.

— Jim Dobson, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026
The investigation report also said the fire resulted from hot metal particles falling onto vegetation below the tower, which had not been cleared in years.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 28 Aug. 2026

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With a mix of outdoor adventure, wildlife viewing, and scenic overlooks, the Olympic Peninsula Loop offers a perfect escape for travelers looking to experience Washington’s wild side.

— Abby Price, Travel + Leisure, 30 Aug. 2026
The loop gave us stunning vistas and a really cool overlook of Oberg Lake.

— Amber Harding OutKick, FOXNews.com, 26 Aug. 2026

Definition of overlook

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At 441 feet high, the lookout is the highest point of elevation in the area, meaning a bird’s eye view of the forest’s colorful canopy.

— Jessica Puckett, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 Sep. 2026
Pearson faces charges of second-degree death by vessel, operating a vessel under the influence, reckless operation, operating without a safety certificate and failure to keep a proper lookout.

— Greg Wehner, FOXNews.com, 1 Sep. 2026

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