scouting
noun
scout·ing
ˈskau̇-tiŋ 
1
: the action of one that scouts
2
often Scouting
: the activities of various national and worldwide organizations for youth directed to developing character, citizenship, and individual skills
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Gonzalez, now the Astros’ senior scouting adviser, discovered Alvarez more than a decade ago.
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Chandler Rome, New York Times, 28 May 2026
The front office, led by president of basketball operations and general manager Rob Pelinka, will hire another assistant general manager focused on scouting and player development.
—Los Angeles Times, 27 May 2026
The Lakers also intend to hire a second assistant general manager to oversee scouting and player development, Pelinka said.
—CBS News, 26 May 2026
When that day finally comes, drone scouting could prove vital for humanity's long-term survival on Mars.
—Tom Brown, Space.com, 25 May 2026
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Chandler Rome, New York Times, 28 May 2026
The front office, led by president of basketball operations and general manager Rob Pelinka, will hire another assistant general manager focused on scouting and player development.
—Los Angeles Times, 27 May 2026
The Lakers also intend to hire a second assistant general manager to oversee scouting and player development, Pelinka said.
—CBS News, 26 May 2026
When that day finally comes, drone scouting could prove vital for humanity's long-term survival on Mars.
—Tom Brown, Space.com, 25 May 2026
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scouting
noun
scout·ing
ˈskau̇t-iŋ
1
: the action of one that scouts
2
often capitalized
: the activities of the various Boy Scout and Girl Scout groups
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