spotted

Example Sentences

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In the case of the northern spotted owl, exemptions were initially granted for timber sales in Oregon but later withdrawn due to legal challenges and procedural violations.

From Salon • Apr. 7, 2026

The African grey female named Hugo was spotted taxiing for flight by a firefighter who was carrying out a routine safety inspection.

From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026

David Kang, the CEO and co-founder of Keeper Tax, a tax platform for people with more complicated taxes, has also spotted a change.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 6, 2026

TMZ, which has been hunting politicians during the congressional recess, spotted Graham eating a resort breakfast, walking around with a bubble wand, and getting on Space Mountain.

From Slate • Apr. 4, 2026

I’ve seen her around at school a couple of times lately, but always spotted her before she’s noticed me, and nowadays I just do an immediate swerve to avoid her.

From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler