spying

Example Sentences

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She asked Pauken if he was spying on China or working for the Central Intelligence Agency, to which he said no.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

There have been a few high-profile stories relating to spying in Germany.

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

So, is spying as commonplace in Germany, and is cultural difference a suitable defence?

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

The EFL Arbitration Panel condemned the "mystery" of Southampton initially providing misleading information about the spying mission to Middlesbrough.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

When I told them I thought someone was spying on us, one of the policemen said it must have been the same kids who stole my bike.

From "The Old Willis Place" by Mary Downing Hahn