as in attention
a state of being aware
I'm trying to get the boss's ear in order to ask for a raise in my pay
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Recent Examples of ear
The adults are about 5 to 10 pounds with stocky, thick bodies, short ears, short legs, and a bushy tail.
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Arricca Elin Sansone,
Southern Living,
22 June 2026
Still, the doctors noted that the retinal dialysis was unusual because it was seen in the lower quadrant of the eye closest to the ear (inferotemporal quadrant).
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Beth Mole,
ArsTechnica,
22 June 2026
Sensors are the eyes and ears of a self-driving system, and providers have taken sharply divergent approaches.
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David Risher,
Fortune,
22 June 2026
Clive Davis, the Grammy-winning music mogul who founded Arista Records, discovered and mentored Whitney Houston, had a storied ear for a hit and specialized in resurrecting the careers of artists many considered past their peak, died Monday at his New York City home, his family announced.
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Erik Pedersen,
Deadline,
22 June 2026
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Arricca Elin Sansone,
Southern Living,
22 June 2026
Still, the doctors noted that the retinal dialysis was unusual because it was seen in the lower quadrant of the eye closest to the ear (inferotemporal quadrant).
—
Beth Mole,
ArsTechnica,
22 June 2026
Sensors are the eyes and ears of a self-driving system, and providers have taken sharply divergent approaches.
—
David Risher,
Fortune,
22 June 2026
Clive Davis, the Grammy-winning music mogul who founded Arista Records, discovered and mentored Whitney Houston, had a storied ear for a hit and specialized in resurrecting the careers of artists many considered past their peak, died Monday at his New York City home, his family announced.
—
Erik Pedersen,
Deadline,
22 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ear
Noun
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Despite Schlossberg's national attention, most current polls show either New York Assemblymembers Alex Bores or Micah Lasher as frontrunners.
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Seek prompt medical attention for deep puncture wounds or wounds contaminated by dirt or debris.
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The Internal Market, Industry, Entrepreneurship and SMEs agency said that their findings underscore the need for continuous testing along with heightened industry awareness of labelling obligations.
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Over the decades, as more awareness spread on environmental issues, municipalities began to phase out combined sewer systems.
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Some of our go-to eye serums are marked down for Prime Day, too, including the COSRX Snail Mucin Peptide Under Eye Cream, which features snail mucin, peptides, and niacinamide to even out discoloration and soothe puffy areas.
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During a childhood fight, Aemond had his eye cut out by Rhaenyra’s son Lucerys and stole her family’s ferocious, powerful red dragon Vhagar.
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To find relief, many people turn to therapy, exercise, lifestyle changes, support groups, mindfulness practices or medication.
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Practices such as breathing exercises, mindfulness and time in nature are frequently discussed in conversations about nervous system regulation.
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“Ear.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ear. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.
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