as in observers
someone who sees or watches something
a building demolition that drew a crowd of spectators even at 3:00 a.m.
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Recent Examples of spectators
The facility will also include viewing areas for spectators to accommodate organized events and community programming.
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Nicole Buss, Sacbee.com, 6 Apr. 2026
Stars made sacrificial effort plays that could convince most spectators this was a playoff showdown — Jamal Murray diving into the second row to save a loose ball, Aaron Gordon developing a limp then playing through it to guard De’Aaron Fox and Victor Wembanyama on game-deciding possessions.
—Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 5 Apr. 2026
As each one takes flight, snapping through the air, more than 1,000 spectators cheer and applaud — families, off-duty soldiers, and bat enthusiasts, a few dressed in Goth outfits.
—ABC News, 5 Apr. 2026
Their height and heft frightened and thrilled spectators, earning dinosaurs a permanent place in the public imagination, Coules said.
—Scottie Andrew, CNN Money, 5 Apr. 2026
The two friends and their spouses were at Churchill Downs last year, but only as spectators.
—Jay Posner, Los Angeles Times, 4 Apr. 2026
Perhaps the path forward is not only for those holding the signs, but also for those who stop being spectators — like the young woman to my left on Saturday who suddenly began to cry, or the older woman who, after talking about blues music, felt the need to tell me that this is not good for anyone.
—Chicago Tribune, 3 Apr. 2026
Masked dancers invite spectators to the dance floor for a spin.
—Abraham Swee, USA Today, 3 Apr. 2026
In addition, the right-most southbound lane on AT&T Way (from Randol Mill Road to Pennant Drive) will be closed to accommodate spectators walking between the Bus Hub and the stadium.
—S.e. Jenkins, CBS News, 2 Apr. 2026
Nicole Buss, Sacbee.com, 6 Apr. 2026
Stars made sacrificial effort plays that could convince most spectators this was a playoff showdown — Jamal Murray diving into the second row to save a loose ball, Aaron Gordon developing a limp then playing through it to guard De’Aaron Fox and Victor Wembanyama on game-deciding possessions.
—Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 5 Apr. 2026
As each one takes flight, snapping through the air, more than 1,000 spectators cheer and applaud — families, off-duty soldiers, and bat enthusiasts, a few dressed in Goth outfits.
—ABC News, 5 Apr. 2026
Their height and heft frightened and thrilled spectators, earning dinosaurs a permanent place in the public imagination, Coules said.
—Scottie Andrew, CNN Money, 5 Apr. 2026
The two friends and their spouses were at Churchill Downs last year, but only as spectators.
—Jay Posner, Los Angeles Times, 4 Apr. 2026
Perhaps the path forward is not only for those holding the signs, but also for those who stop being spectators — like the young woman to my left on Saturday who suddenly began to cry, or the older woman who, after talking about blues music, felt the need to tell me that this is not good for anyone.
—Chicago Tribune, 3 Apr. 2026
Masked dancers invite spectators to the dance floor for a spin.
—Abraham Swee, USA Today, 3 Apr. 2026
In addition, the right-most southbound lane on AT&T Way (from Randol Mill Road to Pennant Drive) will be closed to accommodate spectators walking between the Bus Hub and the stadium.
—S.e. Jenkins, CBS News, 2 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for spectators
Noun
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It has been widely expected since Lam’s reelection as Communist Party head in January, when observers noted that his consolidation of party authority positioned him to assume the presidency as well.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
7 Apr. 2026
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Dube isn’t as panicked about its impact on wages and employment as many other observers are.—
John Cassidy,
New Yorker,
6 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The signage lets viewers know it is made from silk chiffon and embroidered with bugle beads.—
Ray Mark Rinaldi,
Denver Post,
6 Apr. 2026
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Therefore, viewers will see vitality, enthusiasm, passion for life, hope … something uplifting and useful.—
Michael James Rocha,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
5 Apr. 2026
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“Spectators.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spectators. Accessed 12 Apr. 2026.
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