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observer

noun

əb-ˈzər-vər

Definition of observer

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 Wyoming's Republican governor criticized the actions of DOJ observers in the state in August. — Ashley Lopez, NPR, 14 Oct. 2026 Every once in a while an outside observer, almost always journalist and commentator Van Lathan, will say something that could open the door for Tyson to situate its subject as a product of a specific historical moment or in terms of race in America. — Daniel Fienberg, HollywoodReporter, 13 Oct. 2026 Today, industry observers wonder if the next logical move for Candle would be to swing a deal for the company’s main remaining asset, kids entertainment powerhouse Moonbug. — Dade Hayes, Deadline, 13 Oct. 2026 Former gang members took the stand, some against their own will, and observers waited to see if Knight, the co-founder of Death Row Records, would testify. — Cindy Von Quednow, CNN Money, 13 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for observer

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Lutheran is required to complete a detailed Corrective Action Plan addressing game management, spectator conduct, staff training and school culture.

— Jennifer McRae, CBS News, 15 Oct. 2026
Utah County Attorney Jeff Gray described the shooting as a politically motivated act of violence carried out in front of children and hundreds of live spectators.

— Mackenzie Chase, The Washington Examiner, 14 Oct. 2026

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Inspired by Ektachrome, a color-reversal film stock widely used during the 1970s, this presentation allows viewers to immerse themselves into the vivid colors and style of the 1973 Easter Island landscape.

— Tanya Fedak, Variety, 13 Oct. 2026
Many viewers have told us, ‘Thank you for trusting us to read between the lines and for not hammering everything over our heads.

— Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 13 Oct. 2026

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