prying

Example Sentences

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VPN stands for Virtual Private Network: it creates a secure private tunnel over public networks, such as the internet, to shield your online activity from prying eyes.

From Salon • Jun. 2, 2026

The home’s location inside a guard-gated community will also offer Lopez plenty of security, helping to protect her and her children from prying eyes.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 2, 2026

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

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2026

The feature doesn’t protect you from all prying eyes.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 25, 2026

Near the Lev-Port’s tail, away from prying eyes, Otto faced the traveler.

From "The Last Last-Day-of-Summer" by Lamar Giles