Example Sentences

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Documents have also proved that Mexico's military spied on Ramos by infecting his phone with Pegasus spyware.

From Barron's • May 14, 2026

That the Saints spied on a rival before such a crucial match, whereas Leeds watched a league game in the middle of the season, could be seen as an aggravating factor.

From BBC • May 12, 2026

While serving as a U.S. diplomat across Latin America and on the National Security Council staff, Mr. Rocha spied for Cuba for more than 40 years.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 24, 2026

One could reasonably argue that it is better to be spied on by an ISP than by a potentially shady VPN company.

From Salon • Mar. 11, 2026

Rio was right next to him and spied the photo ID clipped to his jacket pocket.

From "City Spies" by James Ponti