onlookers

Example Sentences

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Guests were separated from the street by large black panels, while onlookers and tourists were able to enjoy the show live from the sidewalk as it was broadcast across screens in the famed neighborhood.

From Barron's • May 17, 2026

In video obtained by KTLA, a large bear could be seen walking close to crowds of several dozen onlookers.

From Los Angeles Times • May 4, 2026

Throughout Mr. Stob’s narrative, their success astonishes onlookers and converts skeptics.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 29, 2026

The footage showed a debilitated Haridasse making several attempts to get back on his feet while onlookers shouted encouragement.

From BBC • Apr. 22, 2026

The crowd of onlookers reminded me of Times Square on New Year’s Eve.

From "The Lightning Thief" by Rick Riordan