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Recent Examples of spectator
Considering that more than 3 million live spectators come out to see the fireworks, your best bet to avoid the crowds is to find a restaurant or friend’s rooftop to see the event.
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Chloe Arrojado, AFAR Media, 5 May 2025
As Kentucky Derby spectators gather at Churchill Downs for the 151st Run for the Roses on Saturday, those hosting watch parties at home are likely to treat their guests to the signature cocktail of Louisville's premiere sporting event.
—Peter Burke, FOXNews.com, 3 May 2025
For post-race spectators (covering band, food and drinks), admission is $15, $10 for children 12 and younger.
—Eric E. Harrison, Arkansas Online, 26 Apr. 2025
Historically, spectators have felt that field events don't receive the same amount of media attention as running events.
—Katelyn Hutchison, Forbes.com, 26 Apr. 2025
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Chloe Arrojado, AFAR Media, 5 May 2025
As Kentucky Derby spectators gather at Churchill Downs for the 151st Run for the Roses on Saturday, those hosting watch parties at home are likely to treat their guests to the signature cocktail of Louisville's premiere sporting event.
—Peter Burke, FOXNews.com, 3 May 2025
For post-race spectators (covering band, food and drinks), admission is $15, $10 for children 12 and younger.
—Eric E. Harrison, Arkansas Online, 26 Apr. 2025
Historically, spectators have felt that field events don't receive the same amount of media attention as running events.
—Katelyn Hutchison, Forbes.com, 26 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for spectator
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The Indian government has cracked down in areas where Maoist groups are active – an approach that, while appearing to reduce the threat level, has been criticized by some observers as heavy-handed and prone to abuse.—
Rhea Mogul,
CNN Money,
15 May 2025
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Roberts, Barrett and Gorsuch are seen as key swing votes Two conservative justices — John Roberts and Amy Coney Barrett — are seen by veteran court observers as the most likely swing votes in the birthright citizenship case.—
David Catanese,
Miami Herald,
15 May 2025
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Brands can capture viewers’ attention and create a strong emotional connection, therefore making the advertising experience more memorable.—
Marc Berman,
Forbes.com,
13 May 2025
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Thanks to shows like Matlock, High Potential and Abbott Elementary, critics and viewers alike are finally remembering that network TV can be just good (and sometimes even better) than the big budget offerings from the streamers.—
Sabienna Bowman,
People.com,
13 May 2025
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“Spectator.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spectator. Accessed 21 May. 2025.
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