as in person
a member of the human race
you're a good scout
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as in to mock
to make (someone or something) the object of unkind laughter
the actor's attempt to rationalize his racist comments were roundly scouted by the media
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Recent Examples of scout
Andy Greder, Twin Cities, 31 July 2025
Multiple opposing scouts attended Vancouver Canadians games last week.
—Mitch Bannon, New York Times, 28 July 2025
Cassidy Randall, Forbes.com, 3 Aug. 2025
There is also the fact Paul Winstanley, one of Chelsea’s co-sporting directors, was previously head of scouting at Brighton.
—Steve Madeley, New York Times, 23 July 2025
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Noun
Here are a few select statements from what one opposing Big Ten assistant coach told Athlon Sports and an NFL scout’s comments to Lindy’s Sports — with context added by the Pioneer Press.
—Andy Greder, Twin Cities, 31 July 2025
Multiple opposing scouts attended Vancouver Canadians games last week.
—Mitch Bannon, New York Times, 28 July 2025
Verb
And because this is polar bear territory, advance crews of bear guards armed with flares and rifles scout the area first, and serve as advance watches on hikes.
—Cassidy Randall, Forbes.com, 3 Aug. 2025
There is also the fact Paul Winstanley, one of Chelsea’s co-sporting directors, was previously head of scouting at Brighton.
—Steve Madeley, New York Times, 23 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for scout
Noun
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But when someone raises concerns about questionable billing practices, the issue is quietly set aside and the person is moved to another role.—
Vibhas Ratanjee,
Forbes.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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That’s the person who can integrate diverse expertise, promote equitable contributions, and cultivate trust.—
Jamil Zaki,
Harvard Business Review,
15 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Protestors were seen holding banners and placards expressing their frustration about Vance and the wider U.S. administration, as well as mocking the vice president.—
Sophie Kiderlin,
CNBC,
14 Aug. 2025
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The event’s host, the actress Florence Foresti, openly mocked the movie’s prominence there.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
14 Aug. 2025
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How a 'Mad Dogs' concert film led to the Tedeschi Trucks Band Q: You guys definitely captured a bit of the magic.—
Ed Masley,
AZCentral.com,
13 Aug. 2025
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With a pair of catwalks jutting from the oval stage, the guys roam into the crowd, all while hitting their dance moves, and blending their upbeat pop anthems with the sappier ballads that made them into a heartthrob collective.—
Anna Kaufman,
USA Today,
13 Aug. 2025
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The rapper also allegedly called Gables a homophobic slur and ridiculed his poor hearing.—
Mekishana Pierre Published,
EW.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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At a time when much of the media is bowing to Trump, the opening of the show’s new season ridiculed his megalomania, his intimidation of the media and his manhood.—
Michelle Goldberg,
Mercury News,
3 Aug. 2025
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The wallet would end up going on a 151,000-mile odyssey across multiple states before a mechanic in Minnesota last month discovered that the obstacle that was preventing him from putting the vehicle's airbox back in place was — a man's leather wallet.—
Jamie L. LaReau,
USA Today,
18 Aug. 2025
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Drill sergeants—not therapy Faced with the ultimate in fitness standards, men and women throughout the military obsess over their weight and body shapes, experts say.—
Noelle Wiehe,
The Orlando Sentinel,
17 Aug. 2025
Noun
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This idea of changing your focus on a situation isn’t new to leadership, but it’s rarely practiced with the depth the movie (and real life) demands.—
Cheryl Robinson,
Forbes.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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In 2016, Ciara tied the knot with now husband Russell Wilson, who was thrilled to welcome the little boy into his life.—
Madison E. Goldberg,
People.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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Players will need to survive a brutal future, extract key people from the past and stop nightmarish creatures.—
Meredith G. White,
AZCentral.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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Housing marine creatures, the facility was on the forefront of understanding the care and training of dolphins.—
Bonnie Gross,
Sun Sentinel,
6 Aug. 2025
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“Scout.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/scout. Accessed 21 Aug. 2025.
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