surveillants

Definition of surveillantsnext
plural of surveillant

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for surveillants
Noun
  • Indeed, attempts to muffle criticism have backfired, some observers believe.
    Eyal Press, New Yorker, 30 Mar. 2026
  • All that instability, observers and advocates say, make the presence of outside observers even more important.
    Caroline Kubzansky, Chicago Tribune, 30 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • With the Heat continuing to play small, Siakam was able to shoot over smaller defenders, including an easy jumper over Davion Mitchell, who’s eight inches shorter at an even six feet.
    Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 30 Mar. 2026
  • With key Pistons defenders like Ausar Thompson (ankle), Cade Cunningham (lung), and Isaiah Stewart (calf) sidelined or doubtful, Gilgeous-Alexander has a prime opportunity to exploit the matchup.
    Tyler Everett, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • Raised by Samburu keepers who act as surrogate parents, these elephants are nurtured back to health and prepared for life in the wild.
    Jessica Radloff, Glamour, 1 Apr. 2026
  • The zoo asks that no one approach her directly — only her keepers should make contact.
    Samantha Agate, Kansas City Star, 30 Mar. 2026
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“Surveillants.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/surveillants. Accessed 4 Apr. 2026.

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