spy

Example Sentences

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In addition to the challenge of finding the appropriate music for a 1970s spy thriller set in Russia, “Ponies” music supervisor Kier Lehman couldn’t license any music from the country due to current international sanctions.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

The arms sales have netted Pyongyang billions of dollars, according to estimates by the Institute for National Security Strategy, or INSS, a Seoul-based think tank affiliated with South Korea’s spy agency.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

As acting DNI, Pulte will become America’s spy chief, coordinating efforts from the Central Intelligence Agency, National Security Agency, and others.

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

“Remember, Lamb’s a spy and a very good liar. The thing that struck me about it came at the very end. He says, ‘Well, they never got any information out of him.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026

‘You never know – these boxes might be full of wigs and outfits. Maybe your great-grandfather was an international spy.’

From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler