observatory
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
The old observatory was destroyed in a "devastating fire" on 23 June 2021.
From BBC • Mar. 3, 2026
While shooting her previous feature in Chile, McAlpine noticed donkeys hanging out around an observatory.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 23, 2026
The record snowfall was "caused by deep and extensive cyclones with sharp atmospheric fronts passing over the Moscow region", the observatory said.
From Barron's • Jan. 29, 2026
The observatory found that 78% intend to flee the island.
From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 21, 2025
When he realized that his observatory shook slightly in the wind, making his measurements imperfect, he moved his instruments into underground bunkers.
From "The Invention of Science" by David Wootton
Vocabulary lists containing observatory
From Ascension to Zenith: Astronomy and Stargazing Terms
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
Space Science (Astronomy) - Introductory
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
Space Science
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
