stalked
Americanadjective
Etymology
Origin of stalked
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At this World Cup, they did everything to put the ball in his vicinity, while he stalked around, shunting his way into space.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 8, 2026
“We’ve gone from zero to crisis in five years,” he said as he stalked his prey.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 4, 2026
In New York, where the firm is located, people are only eligible for those if they are being stalked by a partner or ex-partner.
From Salon ● Aug. 17, 2026
Ben Jones made his move on Jordans, a 28-1 shot, around the final bend, but Paul Townend stalked the leading pack on I Am Maximus and finally made his burst for the front.
From BBC ● Apr. 11, 2026
Declaration stalked all the way while Peach darted across Rural Route 2, back and forth, shouting at all the wonders he discovered along the roadside: “A caterpillar!” and “Dandelions! Make a wish!”
From Each Little Bird That Sings by Deborah Wiles
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