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spotted

[spot-id] / ˈspɒt ɪd /


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But before the bulls get too excited, some strategists have spotted signs that the selling might pick up again soon.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 11, 2026

His body was spotted at dawn among the debris on the shore.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026

After a year of post-amputation evaluation to ensure she could survive independently, Porkchop was released back into the wild in February and has since been spotted swimming alongside other sea turtles.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

Shares had already been rising in recent weeks as Wall Street spotted signs of improving sales trends.

From Barron's • Apr. 9, 2026

Jeremy spotted an old man—Mr. Elives?—polishing a glass countertop.

From "Jeremy Thatcher, Dragon Hatcher" by Bruce Coville