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scout

[skout] / skaʊt /




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Veiga was selected and caught the eye of a scout, who decided to take a chance on him.

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

The 18-year-old says the lunch shaming caused him to scout secluded places on his school’s outdoor campus to eat.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 30, 2026

She recently started working for the company’s concierge team, helping clients in a way that’s similar to her previous work as an apartment scout.

From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2026

Ratner’s spokeswoman said the director joined the trip to scout out locations in China for the movie, which is expected to begin filming next year.

From MarketWatch • May 13, 2026

He says that Candy is his scout, that if she reports that school is okay and confirms where all the exits are, he might start eighth grade with me and Bob in September.

From "Liar & Spy" by Rebecca Stead




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