eyewitness

Definition of eyewitnessnext
as in witness
a person who sees something happen and is able to describe it The police are hoping to locate an eyewitness to the shooting.

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Recent Examples of eyewitness Aside from multimedia, liveblogs are abundantly furnished with other external materials such as direct and indirect versions of official announcements, elite quotes, reports, and eyewitness accounts, often sourced via social media. Daniel Jackson, Encyclopedia Britannica, 27 Apr. 2026 Here is a moment-by-moment account of the events, according to authorities and eyewitness accounts. Charles Forelle, CBS News, 26 Apr. 2026 As guests made their exit up the escalators and to the main floor, many passed by Wolf Blitzer, an eyewitness to the shooting. Ted Johnson, Deadline, 25 Apr. 2026 By compiling a vast database of this material and sharing it through impactful social videos, the project has reached millions, providing vital eyewitness testimonies and interactive resources to document the atrocities faced by the people of Gaza. Brande Victorian, HollywoodReporter, 23 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for eyewitness
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  • The emergency landing was recorded on dash-cam video by a witness driving on I-75.
    Angie DiMichele, Sun Sentinel, 24 Apr. 2026
  • Several verses emphasize that two or more people should work together to help, restore or confront a sinner, focusing on restoration through witnesses, gentle guidance and shared strength.
    Voice of the People, New York Daily News, 24 Apr. 2026

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“Eyewitness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/eyewitness. Accessed 30 Apr. 2026.

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