in the street
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They rushed out in the street and heard jets flying overhead.
From BBC
Although rock fans of a certain age still recognise him from time in the street, he feels the area is perfect for anonymity.
From BBC
When Elisha’s body reached Philadelphia a banner in the street proclaimed, “Science Weeps, Humanity Weeps, the World Weeps.”
From Literature
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The remains of a bus reduced to scrap metal lay abandoned in the street, while AFP saw dozens of stores and shopping centers along the same corridor that remained closed and deserted.
From Barron's
In Northern Ireland, at least three of the 1958 World Cup squad spent time in the street leagues - Harry Gregg, Bertie Peacock and Jimmy McIlroy.
From BBC
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