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bystander

[bahy-stan-der] / ˈbaɪˌstæn dər /


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A Journal review of bystander videos from Florida showed state and local officers deployed tactics similar to their federal counterparts during traffic stops, using Tasers and chokeholds and breaking vehicle windows.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 2, 2026

A bystander took a photo of Rohit’s license plate and called 911, according to Sheriff Jim Cooper.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 14, 2026

A bystander begged to help Good, to check her pulse and perform first aid.

From Slate ● Jul. 27, 2026

DHS said a bystander was grazed, and a security officer who tackled and detained Arrabaca sustained minor injuries.

From BBC ● Jul. 21, 2026

He was proud of never having hurt an innocent bystander.

From "Slaughterhouse-Five" by Kurt Vonnegut

It should be to keep the bully from taking over the playground by refusing intimidation, empowering the bystanders and enforcing boundaries.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 18, 2026

It described the move as a precautionary measure aimed at ensuring the safety of bystanders and the operational capabilities of authorities to counter potential drones.

From Barron's ● Aug. 14, 2026

The girl was found while deputies were responding, and they took over CPR from bystanders until medics and fire personnel arrived, according to the post.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 3, 2026

Bowe pulled Shally Rahman to shore where bystanders began administering CPR.

From BBC ● Jul. 24, 2026

At the mention of Scythe Curie’s name, a murmur erupted among the bystanders.

From "Scythe" by Neal Shusterman




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