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Difference Between Onlooker and Passerby

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Onlooker

One that looks on; a spectator or bystander.

Passerby

A person who passes by, especially casually or by chance.

Onlooker

A spectator; someone looks on or watches, without becoming involved or participating.
I wasn’t involved in the fight; I was only an onlooker.

Passerby

Alternative spelling of passer-by

Onlooker

Someone who looks on

Passerby

One who passes by, especially casually or by chance; one not directly involved in some action; a passer.
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Passerby

A person who passes by casually or by chance

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