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sighting

British  
/ ˈsaɪtɪŋ /

noun

  1. an occasion on which something is seen

  2. Another name for sight

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While the convoy appealed for information on sightings of the vessels, it said it remains "confident in the crews' ability to reach Havana safely."

From Barron's

“Shark sightings are rare along our coastline,” the Fire Department said in a statement before the beach was reopened.

From Los Angeles Times

The zoo said recent sightings have been centred around the same area, with thermal drones, camera traps and traps baited with melon being used to lure her out.

From BBC

Eruptions from the Sun's surface sending energy towards Earth are now starting to decline, meaning fewer potential sightings of the aurora borealis.

From BBC

But after the probe wrapped up, sightings of the former director became increasingly rare.

From The Wall Street Journal