Academic IELTS Words for "Perceiving The Senses"

to observe

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to carefully watch something in order gain knowledge or understanding about the subject

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Scientists observe the behavior of animals in their natural habitats.

During the experiment, the researchers observed a significant decrease in temperature after the chemical reaction.

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to view

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to carefully look at something

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to sight

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to see or observe with the eyes

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to stare

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to look at someone or something without moving the eyes or blinking, usually for a while, and often without showing any expression

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to gaze

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to look at someone or something without blinking or moving the eyes

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to glance

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to briefly look at someone or something

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to sniff

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to inhale air audibly through the nose, often to detect or identify a scent or odor

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to eye

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to look at or observe someone or something in a particular way, often with interest or suspicion

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to eavesdrop

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to secretly listen to a conversation without the knowledge or consent of those involved

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to witness

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to see an act of crime or an accident

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