observing

Example Sentences

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What was it like observing young people in the investment banking world?

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026

This odd mindset was there for other people observing Silicon Valley at the time to see — but no one seemed to notice, or at least not enough to speak out.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 1, 2026

If I can create a better mousetrap, because I’m observing something that has just been accepted, and I can do it better, then I will go into that industry.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026

However, when the Elland Road club were punished seven years ago, regulation 127 - which expressly forbids observing an opponent within 72 hours of a game - did not exist.

From BBC • May 20, 2026

“After it dries, I’ll sand and paint it,” he said, standing back and observing his work critically.

From "October Sky" by Homer Hickam