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Meaning of the word "spy on" in English

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spy on

US /spaɪ ɑːn/
UK /spaɪ ɒn/
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Phrasal Verb

to secretly watch someone or something, especially to obtain information

Example:
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The government was accused of trying to spy on its own citizens.
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She felt like someone was spying on her.
Synonym:
monitor observe watch surveil eavesdrop
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spy