Example Sentences

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Bystanders gathered around one of the buses, some taking pictures and videos, as it was engulfed in flames.

From BBC • Jun. 14, 2026

Bystanders filmed the teen screaming that he was a minor and a U.S. citizen.

From Salon • Mar. 26, 2026

Bystanders could be seen running away as dark smoke began to rise.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 19, 2024

Bystanders, not knowing the meaning in Arabic, mistook the writing for Quranic verses.

From New York Times • Mar. 2, 2024

Bystanders watched as the mansion was engulfed in flames, lighting up the night sky.

From "In the Shadow of Liberty" by Kenneth C. Davis