as in observers
someone who sees or watches something
a building demolition that drew a crowd of spectators even at 3:00 a.m.
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Recent Examples of spectators
Whenever someone reaches the top of the 25-meter (82-feet) cliff — often for the first time — spectators, instructors and climbers break into applause.
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ABC News,
5 July 2026
But the nation’s summer has been an utter slog, lacking the identity and joy on the pitch that spectators have come to expect.
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Doha Madani,
NBC news,
5 July 2026
Towels, large hats and bags of ice were among the more common remedies for spectators.
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Nolan Rogalski,
The Providence Journal,
5 July 2026
The event attracts over 60,000 spectators and showcases floats, marching bands, equestrians, dance groups, antique cars and community organizations.
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Jane Tyska,
Mercury News,
5 July 2026
Both players and celebrity spectators show off ace timepieces at the prestigious, centuries-old tennis tournament every year.
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Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
4 July 2026
The trio in tiaras rode in the parade in an open convertible, waving to spectators.
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Karie Angell Luc,
Chicago Tribune,
22 June 2026
The spectators, meanwhile, were a perfect mix of first-timers and lifers, with both groups taking their dedication to the theme very, very seriously.
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Amir Hamja,
Vogue,
22 June 2026
One aspect of this competition that is getting widespread attention is happening off the field and on spectators’ mobile phones.
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Nathan Goldman,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2026
ABC News,
5 July 2026
But the nation’s summer has been an utter slog, lacking the identity and joy on the pitch that spectators have come to expect.
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Doha Madani,
NBC news,
5 July 2026
Towels, large hats and bags of ice were among the more common remedies for spectators.
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Nolan Rogalski,
The Providence Journal,
5 July 2026
The event attracts over 60,000 spectators and showcases floats, marching bands, equestrians, dance groups, antique cars and community organizations.
—
Jane Tyska,
Mercury News,
5 July 2026
Both players and celebrity spectators show off ace timepieces at the prestigious, centuries-old tennis tournament every year.
—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
4 July 2026
The trio in tiaras rode in the parade in an open convertible, waving to spectators.
—
Karie Angell Luc,
Chicago Tribune,
22 June 2026
The spectators, meanwhile, were a perfect mix of first-timers and lifers, with both groups taking their dedication to the theme very, very seriously.
—
Amir Hamja,
Vogue,
22 June 2026
One aspect of this competition that is getting widespread attention is happening off the field and on spectators’ mobile phones.
—
Nathan Goldman,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for spectators
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Sky observers say the Fourth of July is when the shortening of days becomes noticeably more rapid.
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Diarists and observers, including hymn writer John Newton and militia officers, often treated the event as an omen reflecting the gravity of the Revolution.
Noun
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Along with performances from artists spanning country, pop and R&B, viewers can experience a massive fireworks and drone show choreographed to a live score by the Grammy Award-winning Nashville Symphony.
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Now, viewers will get a glimpse at just what today’s computers can see.
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“Spectators.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spectators. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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