bystander
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A Journal review of bystander videos from Florida showed state and local officers deployed tactics similar to their federal counterparts during traffic stops, using Tasers and chokeholds and breaking vehicle windows.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 2, 2026
If you look for a bystander to trash talk your beloved, you will surely find one.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 28, 2026
A bystander took a photo of Rohit’s license plate and called 911, according to Sheriff Jim Cooper.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 14, 2026
A bystander begged to help Good, to check her pulse and perform first aid.
From Slate ● Jul. 27, 2026
Rowan looked to Citra, who still stood in the doorway of the weapons den, frozen like a bystander at an accident.
From "Scythe" by Neal Shusterman
"We thank the swift assistance of bystanders and the dedicated health workers who assisted her, and police for their response."
From Barron's ● Oct. 20, 2026
It should be to keep the bully from taking over the playground by refusing intimidation, empowering the bystanders and enforcing boundaries.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 18, 2026
Two people appear to still be alive and are being treated by bystanders.
From BBC ● Sep. 2, 2026
These are not neutral bystanders being swept into a media spat.
From Salon ● Aug. 18, 2026
As bystanders, stand back and give it room is my advice.
From "The Lives of a Cell" by Lewis Thomas
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