Observe
Recognize
Recognize verb - To show appreciation, respect, or affection for (someone) with a public celebration.
Usage example: an awards banquet to recognize local heroes
Observe is a synonym for recognize in notice topic. You can use "Observe" instead a verb "Recognize", if it concerns topics such as admit, identify.
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Recognize and Observe. (2016). Retrieved 2026, August 15, from https://thesaurus.plus/related/observe/recognize
Observe & Recognize. N.p., 2016. Web. 15 Aug. 2026. <https://thesaurus.plus/related/observe/recognize>.
Recognize or Observe. 2016. Accessed August 15, 2026. https://thesaurus.plus/related/observe/recognize.
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