scout

Example Sentences

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That only taught May to scout, scheme and sweat even harder.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026

Rams coach Sean McVay, West Coast area scout Vito Gonella and director of scouting strategy James Gladstone identified Nacua as a must-have addition to a team coming off a horrendous 2022 Super Bowl hangover.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 2, 2026

In order to find his brother’s killer, Igor joins the police, where, as a “combat veteran, a scout, with an excellent legal and physical training,” he’s immediately given a badge and the rank of lieutenant.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 19, 2026

"I think first aid was my first scout badge, and it's been very useful," he said.

From BBC • Mar. 7, 2026

Officer David Delinko looked forward to getting up early to scout the construction site.

From "Hoot" by Carl Hiaasen