wiretapped

Definition of wiretappednext
past tense of wiretap

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for wiretapped
Verb
  • Stacy is applying the same formula to the Masters as Amazon has tapped golf legend Jack Nicklaus for guest commentary, which coincides with the 40th anniversary of his last victory at the event.
    Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 8 Apr. 2026
  • Director Ken Kwapis, one of the original directors of the show, was tapped to return and was impressed with how the old and new cast members handled the physical and emotional tasks.
    ABC News, ABC News, 8 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • Three people told the Washington Examiner that Scott had become paranoid that Lewandowski was spying on him through his work phone and had bugged his office.
    Anna Giaritelli, The Washington Examiner, 27 Mar. 2026
  • Underwood went on The Bachelor as a straight man, made a connection with Randolph, broke up with her, bugged her car, and then was hit with a restraining order.
    Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 27 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • The first time he was arrested in December 2024, neighbors overheard an altercation between Fraraccio and Bridgman in their apartment and called police, Bridgman said.
    Matthew Adams, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 Apr. 2026
  • Throughout the day, amid the cacophony of emergency response sirens, the buzz of drones could be heard overheard, sparking fear among the residents below.
    Riane Lumer, CNN Money, 8 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • Russo said patients who undergo any form of heart surgery will be monitored by a cardiologist for the rest of their lives.
    Kerry Breen, CBS News, 4 Apr. 2026
  • Cracks and fissures are being monitored on several walls, ceilings and facades throughout the hall.
    Zachary Hansen, AJC.com, 3 Apr. 2026
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“Wiretapped.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wiretapped. Accessed 9 Apr. 2026.

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