prying

Example Sentences

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But will prying eyes across the interwebs ever learn the whole story?

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2026

"Before, we did everything in secret, we let the relationship develop away from prying eyes," she said, a touch nostalgic.

From Barron's • Feb. 12, 2026

Doubtless there will be people trying to peek in from outside, but there will be no prying eyes inside the circuit.

From BBC • Jan. 26, 2026

The estate sits behind high hedges and a gated entrance that leads to a long driveway—ensuring total privacy from prying eyes.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 13, 2026

At last she found an exit, and she pushed open the glass door and escaped outside, relieved to be away from the prying eyes of those who had watched her departing.

From "Ash" by Malinda Lo