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 Instead of simply moving on, Hall took time to sit with him, talk and listen. Arkansas Online, 28 June 2026 The listening cafe opened near NoDa recently, quickly making it onto our list of the 10 hottest restaurants in the area this June. Eva Flowe june 27, Charlotte Observer, 27 June 2026 Oscar voters shouldn’t be afraid to listen. Clayton Davis, Variety, 27 June 2026 Never listen to the experts, folks. Zach Dean Outkick, FOXNews.com, 27 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for listen
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hear
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  • Barreto’s muffled voice is heard responding.
    Diego Mendoza, CNN Money, 28 June 2026
  • If the sky becomes threatening and thunder can be heard, find a safe place to shelter.
    NC Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 27 June 2026

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“Listen.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/listen. Accessed 29 Jun. 2026.

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