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espionage

[es-pee-uh-nahzh, -nij, es-pee-uh-nahzh] / ˈɛs pi əˌnɑʒ, -nɪdʒ, ˌɛs pi əˈnɑʒ /


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Even the defence sector – which has taken measures to prevent espionage – still struggles to source materials, and technologies that are China free, or as cheap.

From BBC Aug. 10, 2026

Many Iranian Jews panicked in 1979 after the new leaders arrested and executed Habib Elghanian on charges of Zionist espionage.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 3, 2026

That makes Debbie and Judith relatable and extraordinary figures, in that they are 50-something women, played by 50-something women headlining a high-velocity espionage thriller, linked to developments each is entitled to be angry about.

From Salon Jul. 26, 2026

Archer says Joby is hiding its dependence on money and parts from China, while Joby alleges Archer stole its technology through corporate espionage.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 21, 2026

He went on to have a celebrated career as a Soviet intelligence instructor and was sought after as an expert on Western espionage tactics.

From "Spies: The Secret Showdown Between America and Russia" by Marc Favreau




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