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observation

/ˌɑbzɚˈveɪʃn̩/ noun B1
  1. The act of observing, and the fact of being observed (see observance) (countable, uncountable)
  2. The act of noting and recording some event; or the record of such noting. (countable, uncountable)
  3. A remark or comment. (countable, uncountable)
  4. A judgement based on observing. (countable, uncountable)
  5. An evaluation conducted through observing. (countable, uncountable) · I need to do your observation before the end of the week.
  6. Performance of what is prescribed; adherence in practice; observance. (countable, uncountable)
  7. A regime under which a subject is routinely observed. (countable, uncountable)
  8. A realization of a random variable. (countable, uncountable)

Plural observations

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I am simply applying to ordinary life a few of those precepts of observation and deduction which I advocated in that article.
A Study in Scarlet, p. 37 · B2
The inspector listened attentively; then, turning to the governor, observed, “He will become religious—he is already more gentle; he is afraid, and retreated before the bayonets—madmen are not afraid of anything; I made some curious observations on this at Charenton.” Then, turning to the prisoner, “What is it you want?” said he.
The Count of Monte Cristo, p. 130 · C1
I only mention the Greuze because it brings the matter within the range of your own observation.”
The Valley of Fear, p. 15 · C1
Observation with me is second nature.
A Study in Scarlet, p. 20 · B2

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