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scout

[skout] / skaʊt /




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Veiga was selected and caught the eye of a scout, who decided to take a chance on him.

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

Ratner’s spokeswoman said the director joined the trip to scout out locations in China for the movie, which is expected to begin filming next year.

From MarketWatch • May 13, 2026

Siegel said she was on the same stretch of road so often that people began to wonder if she was a location scout.

From Los Angeles Times • May 8, 2026

Elliot: There was a scout from Newcastle who used to work at Wallsend as well so I think he put my name forward.

From BBC • May 2, 2026

So scout around and see if you can’t find a cool shady spot for us Down There.’

From "In Cold Blood" by Truman Capote




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