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stalking

/ˈstɔːkɪŋ/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does stalking mean?

noun, verb

The act of following someone secretly, often in a threatening or obsessive manner. To follow someone or something closely, often in a persistent and annoying way.

Example

"The police were investigating a stalking case where the victim felt constantly watched and harassed."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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