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spying

The correct spelling is spying.

How to pronounce spying

/ˈspaɪ.ɪŋ/
verb

IPA: /ˈspaɪ.ɪŋ/

Say it like: Seei-ng

The correct spelling is spying. To act as a spy. For example: "During the Cold War, Russia and America would each spy on each other for recon."

Usage Examples

During the Cold War, Russia and America would each spy on each other for recon.

I think I can spy that hot guy coming over here.

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To act as a spy.
  2. 2.To spot; to catch sight of.
  3. 3.To search narrowly; to scrutinize.
  4. 4.To explore; to see; to view; inspect and examine secretly, as a country.

noun

  1. 1.Espionage

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