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observe To watch or notice something happening, often without interfering. ■ "I'm just observing the situation and waiting for a better opportunity to act."
Attending The act of being present at a gathering, event, or meeting, but only to observe and take notes. ■ "As an undercover journalist, I was attending this political rally to gather intel."
leaning The act of tilting one's head or body forward, usually to listen or observe. ■ She was leaning in to hear the whispered secret, but it turned out to just be a fart joke.
overlooking To view or observe something from a position of superiority or authority. ■ "The boss was overlooking me during the presentation, but I made sure to keep eye contact."
Patrolled To walk around an area in order to keep watch or observe something. ■ "I spent all night patrolling the streets, trying to catch the thief who stole my bike."
witnessed To observe something with great amusement and fascination. ■ "I witnessed my friend trying to ride a unicycle in public, and it was hilarious."
peek A sudden and brief glance, often to see what is happening in a particular place or situation. ■ John peeked out the window to see if it was raining., To look at something with curiosity and slight embarrassment, often by peering over someone's shoulder. ■ Sarah couldn't resist peeking at her neighbor's garden to see how beautiful it was., A short and sudden movement, often made to observe something without being noticed. ■ Tom peeked around the corner to make sure no one was watching him sneak a cookie.
Perched To sit on something with one's feet flat on the ground, often in order to gain a better view or to observe someone. ■ After perching herself atop the roof of the tallest building in the city, she took out her binoculars and began scanning the streets below for any sign of her missing cat.
Periscope A long, narrow tube with a concave lens at one end and an adjustable mirror at the other, used to observe objects that are difficult to see directly. ■ "I need this periscope to see my daughter's soccer game from the sidelines.", A device for looking at something from a concealed or unusual position, especially in order to avoid being noticed. ■ "I used a periscope to sneak a peek at my crush from across the room."
stakeout A person who waits outside a building or location, usually for a long period of time, with the intent to observe and gather information about what is happening inside. ■ "I had to do a stakeout on my neighbor's house last night to see if they were home. I couldn't believe how boring it was - I spent the whole time just watching grass grow."
stakeouts A group of individuals who observe and follow someone or something in order to gather information or catch them off guard. ■ "The stakeouts were able to capture the culprit red-handed by staking out the bank vault and waiting for the perfect opportunity to pounce."