onlooker

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Nix had surgery last week and was an onlooker as the Broncos fell to the New England Patriots in the AFC Championship game on Sunday.

From Barron's

The results of their hard work were met with excited cheers and shouts from hundreds of onlookers who braved the sleety weather to watch the daytime procession.

From BBC

At one point, he stepped onto a platform midway up to wave down at fans and onlookers who were taking photos.

From Barron's

The sirens had begun drawing onlookers, and Molly could hear the distant wail of a fire engine.

From Literature

Curious onlookers filmed the scene on their smartphones, many still incredulous at the speed and magnitude of the day's events.

From Barron's