espied
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Leave it to van Gogh to turn a tree he espied in the landscape into a profound mystery, bringing new life to an ancient symbol.
From New York Times ● May 11, 2023
Discerning blurry outlines in Himalayan mountain zones, gullible visitors uttered: “Just look! We’ve finally espied proof! The abominable snowman eXists!”
From Washington Post ● Nov. 23, 2022
As opposed to when I espied Mr. McConnell on my flight in yesterday, now he is dressed to the nines, as befits both his home state and the event.
From Washington Times ● May 10, 2017
He in the house espied there many a man asleep, a throng of kinsmen side by side, and band of youthful knights.
From The New Yorker ● Jun. 2, 2014
Another man was a day from home when he espied the slave patrol approaching upon the road; and he repaired into a yard and split wood until they passed.
From "The Astonishing Life of Octavian Nothing, Traitor to the Nation, Volume II: The Kingdom on the Waves" by M.T. Anderson
