spotted

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TMZ, which has been hunting politicians during the congressional recess, spotted Graham eating a resort breakfast, walking around with a bubble wand, and getting on Space Mountain.

From Slate • Apr. 4, 2026

The truck was spotted in Globe again at 11:41 p.m., according to the affidavit.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

Local officials and business owners buzz whenever corporate scouts are spotted about town checking out the plant.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

As the car came to a standstill at a junction, I spotted one of the giant black birds that seemed to have followed me around Panama, perched imperiously on the side of the road.

From Slate • Mar. 30, 2026

Clare kept at the badger’s heels, but when he spotted the acorn garland draped over the trees and smelled the sweet scent of cherry berries, he bounded ahead.

From "The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest" by Aubrey Hartman