bystander
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However, as a very close bystander to the event, he feels there has to be a speedy resolution.
From BBC ● Oct. 9, 2026
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 begged to help Good, to check her pulse and perform first aid.
From Slate ● Jul. 27, 2026
He was proud of never having hurt an innocent bystander.
From "Slaughterhouse-Five" by Kurt Vonnegut
"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
Protesters and bystanders were also hurt, although there isn’t an official nationwide toll.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 19, 2026
Unverified videos and images shared online show flames and smoke rising up from a building as bystanders watch.
From BBC ● Sep. 24, 2026
These are not neutral bystanders being swept into a media spat.
From Salon ● Aug. 18, 2026
It was more like that bit from the Men in Black movies, where bystanders have their memories erased.
From "The 57 Bus" by Dashka Slater
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