scout

Example Sentences

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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

Braff: I go, “You’re going to learn more on the tech scout than you could in film school.”

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 20, 2026

Siad, a European modeling scout, exchanged dozens of emails with Brunel and Epstein.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 19, 2026

Though Roosevelt had conceded to Rondon’s wish to stay, he pushed Rondon to send someone to scout the area ahead of them.

From "Death on the River of Doubt" by Samantha Seiple