onlookers

Example Sentences

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One unverified video posted to social media showed cheers from both rescuers and onlookers as the men emerged from the cave.

From BBC • May 31, 2026

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

When those visuals stoke outrage or invoke a deep-seated bias, onlookers are even more likely to engage.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 16, 2026

Meanwhile, the night’s theme — “Costume Art” — has onlookers concerned that the Met Gala might be teetering into unintentional self-parody.

From Salon • May 5, 2026

"Pay close attention," Ivy whispers to me before slinking backward into the growing pack of onlookers.

From "The Belles" by Dhonielle Clayton