listen for
Definition of listen for
: to pay attention to sounds in order to hear (something expected) We listened for (the sound of) his footsteps. We saw lightning and listened for the thunder.
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: to give ear to : hear
: to pay attention to sound
: to hear something with thoughtful attention : give consideration
: an act of listening
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