scouting
noun
scout·ing
ˈskau̇-tiŋ 
1
: the action of one that scouts
2
often capitalized
: the activities of various national and worldwide organizations for youth directed to developing character, citizenship, and individual skills
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In all, some 329 players who are eligible for the 2025 NFL Draft were invited to this year’s scouting combine.
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The Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 13 Feb. 2025
Amid a mountainous landscape, described by Coronado and Landin as great for location scouting, the city has been at the mercy of Mexican/American relations for centuries.
—Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 13 Feb. 2025
Patric Hornqvist, who is a scouting and development consultant for the Panthers, will be an assistant GM for Sweden.
—Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 11 Feb. 2025
Maxine was a devoted mother, patiently pushing her children to be their best, have an open mind, help others, and explore the world of education, travel, music and scouting, all with a sense of adventure.
—Contributed Content, Twin Cities, 7 Feb. 2025
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The Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 13 Feb. 2025
Amid a mountainous landscape, described by Coronado and Landin as great for location scouting, the city has been at the mercy of Mexican/American relations for centuries.
—Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 13 Feb. 2025
Patric Hornqvist, who is a scouting and development consultant for the Panthers, will be an assistant GM for Sweden.
—Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 11 Feb. 2025
Maxine was a devoted mother, patiently pushing her children to be their best, have an open mind, help others, and explore the world of education, travel, music and scouting, all with a sense of adventure.
—Contributed Content, Twin Cities, 7 Feb. 2025
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“Scouting.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/scouting. Accessed 22 Feb. 2025.
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scouting
noun
scout·ing
ˈskau̇t-iŋ
1
: the action of one that scouts
2
often capitalized
: the activities of the various Boy Scout and Girl Scout groups
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