listen

verb

ˈli-sᵊn How to pronounce listen (audio)
Definition of listennext
as in to hear
to pay attention especially through the act of hearing would you listen to what I have to say?

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Recent Examples of listen But Bernard is telling her to listen more closely to that mechanical voice’s tone. — Noel Murray, Vulture, 28 Aug. 2026 The company asked for feedback through its listening initiative earlier this year. — Chad Murphy, Cincinnati Enquirer, 28 Aug. 2026 But listening should not require a year-long initiative that will cost taxpayers money. — Jennifer Bruzan Taylor, Chicago Tribune, 28 Aug. 2026 The opportunity is to bring these sources together, listen to what women are experiencing, and investigate what medicine may be missing. — Yulin Hswen, STAT, 27 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for listen
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hear
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  • Along with performances from Chappell Roan, Doechii and more, the festival provided a space where attendees could connect directly with the festival’s nonprofit partners and hear more about the issues and communities at the center of their work.
    — Desiree Anello, PEOPLE, 2 Sep. 2026
  • Twice that day, Issa hears about earnest stuff Anton said to win voters over to Paul Baker’s side.
    — Ben Rosenstock, Vulture, 2 Sep. 2026
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“Listen.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/listen. Accessed 5 Sep. 2026.

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