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bystander

noun

ˈbī-ˌstan-dər

Definition of bystander

as in observer

someone who sees or watches something bystanders rushed to help the victim of the mugging

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Recent Examples of bystander Madison police do have dashboard cameras, and there are multiple bystander videos circulating of the incident, Lehr says. — Brittney Melton, NPR, 24 July 2026 Police said Ruiz pulled out a knife during the tussle, but bystander video posted online appeared to show the officer firing shots after Ruiz was already being held on the ground. — Patrick Marley, Washington Post, 24 July 2026 As bystanders began to arrive at the crash site, Garcia tried to take several cars, prosecutors said. — Rosalio Ahumada, Sacbee.com, 23 July 2026 Videos of the shooting were captured by bystanders and were circulated online. — Marin Scott, NBC news, 23 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for bystander

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But the project, which is supported by the Tibetan government, has also raised concerns among international observers.

— Jessie Yeung, CNN Money, 25 July 2026
Particulars matter Haiti observers warn that considering the country’s vexing history with electoral fraud, violence, problematic votes and post-election crises, the particulars of its electoral machinery do matter.

— Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 24 July 2026

Definition of observer

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In the mid-20th century, horse racing drew more spectators than even the national pastime of baseball.

— Robert McCoppin, Chicago Tribune, 25 July 2026
How Charlotte got the MLS All-Star Game Charlotte FC first began MLS play in 2022, arriving before 74,479 spectators in its inaugural home match at Bank of America Stadium.

— Kamran Nia July 23, Charlotte Observer, 23 July 2026

Definition of spectator

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Despite the spike in volume, microdramas don’t compete that much for viewers with traditional TV series.

— Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 24 July 2026
That demographic also showed stronger brand receptivity during the tournament, with World Cup viewers 21% more likely to feel loyal to advertisers and 24% more likely to view tournament ads as credible, according to NBCUniversal data.

— Veronica Villafañe, Forbes.com, 23 July 2026

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