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observers

n. countable
B2 Upper Intermediate US //əbˈzɝvɝz// UK //ɒbzˈɜːvəz// ob·servers

n. people who watch or notice something carefully. They are often experts who follow a specific situation to understand what is happening.

n. individuals who watch or monitor an event, situation, or process, often in an official or professional capacity. Frequently used to describe political analysts or international monitors.


SIMPLE

Political observers think the election will be very close.

CONTEXTUAL

International observers arrived at the polling stations to ensure the voting process remained fair and transparent.

COMPLEX

While casual observers might miss the subtle shifts in the market, seasoned financial analysts recognized the early signs of an impending economic downturn.

Synonyms
Usage

Plural form of 'observer'; often used with adjectives like 'political', 'neutral', or 'keen'.

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