surveillants

Definition of surveillantsnext
plural of surveillant

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for surveillants
Noun
  • It has been widely expected since Lam’s reelection as Communist Party head in January, when observers noted that his consolidation of party authority positioned him to assume the presidency as well.
    ABC News, ABC News, 7 Apr. 2026
  • Dube isn’t as panicked about its impact on wages and employment as many other observers are.
    John Cassidy, New Yorker, 6 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • The All-Big 12 defense guard has been a key cog the last two seasons for the Horned Frogs as one of the best defenders in the country.
    Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 Apr. 2026
  • With 33 seconds remaining, after scoring five straight points and in possession of the ball, the Warriors used Curry’s gravity to draw defenders out of the paint, giving Gary Payton II enough space to catch a pass from Draymond Green and put in a layup for a 116-115 lead.
    Joseph Dycus, Mercury News, 6 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • Raised by Samburu keepers who act as surrogate parents, these elephants are nurtured back to health and prepared for life in the wild.
    Jessica Radloff, Glamour, 1 Apr. 2026
  • The zoo asks that no one approach her directly — only her keepers should make contact.
    Samantha Agate, Kansas City Star, 30 Mar. 2026
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“Surveillants.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/surveillants. Accessed 7 Apr. 2026.

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