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Vocabulary Entry
espionage
|noun • verb
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N
noun
The practice of secretly gathering information about others, especially for political or military purposes.
Example Sentences
"The government's espionage activities were revealed in a high-profile case."
"Espionage is often seen as a necessary evil in international relations."
"She worked as a spy, specializing in industrial espionage."
V
verb
To engage in the act of spying or gathering secret information.
Example Sentences
"They planned to espionage rival companies to gain a competitive edge."
"He was hired to espionage the enemy's movements."
"The agency was known to espionage foreign governments discreetly."