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spying



NOUN
surveillance
Synonyms


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Spying can be conducted far more easily in Germany, because many sides in the Bundesliga hold regular open training sessions which can be attended by the public.

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

Appeared in the January 22, 2026, print edition as 'Taiwan Chips Away at Chinese Spying'.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 22, 2026

The Protect Reporters from Exploitative State Spying Act would make a current Department of Justice rule barring prosecutors from compelling the release of journalists' sources into federal law.

From Salon • Nov. 21, 2024

Spying is limited by the need for human labor.

From Slate • Dec. 4, 2023

Spying a gap in the traffic, Roy ventured into the road.

From "Hoot" by Carl Hiaasen




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