Mention
Mention verb - To make reference to or speak about briefly but specifically.
Observing is a synonym for mention. In some cases you can replace term "Observing" with "Mention", this verbs are similar.
Nearby Words: mentioned, mentioning
Observing
Observing adjective - Quick to notice; showing quick and keen perception.
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Synonyms for Observing
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Early on, one of the quests involving the gnomes in Village Greens includes a mention that the gnomes are learning tactics and behaviors from observing Gaians.
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While he does tell Rusty not to let the police know, telling Rusty that he (the supposed cop) would get in trouble with his boss for blowing his cover, the observing cops never mention to Rusty that they've singled out that man, or ask him to ask the man to turn off his radio so they can listen in.
Source: Series / Major Crimes
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