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
She is raped, half-drunk, at a party and bites off a piece of her attacker’s ear.
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Mary Ann Grossmann, Twin Cities, 7 Sep. 2025
His latest, shot on 16mm with all the audio recorded in post-production, is a drone-y folk tale with a lot on its mind and sound mix so loud my ears were still ringing four hours later.
—Sam Bodrojan, IndieWire, 7 Sep. 2025
Four years later, the mischievous elf with pointy ears and a toothy grin made its leap to collectible toy thanks to China’s Pop Mart.
—Renan Botelho, Footwear News, 7 Sep. 2025
By halftime, your ears are ringing and your patience is tested.
—Mary Catherine McAnnally Scott, Southern Living, 6 Sep. 2025
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Mary Ann Grossmann, Twin Cities, 7 Sep. 2025
His latest, shot on 16mm with all the audio recorded in post-production, is a drone-y folk tale with a lot on its mind and sound mix so loud my ears were still ringing four hours later.
—Sam Bodrojan, IndieWire, 7 Sep. 2025
Four years later, the mischievous elf with pointy ears and a toothy grin made its leap to collectible toy thanks to China’s Pop Mart.
—Renan Botelho, Footwear News, 7 Sep. 2025
By halftime, your ears are ringing and your patience is tested.
—Mary Catherine McAnnally Scott, Southern Living, 6 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ear
Noun
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Jalen Carter’s ejection understandably received the attention on Thursday, but Jordan Davis’ performance should not be lost in the shuffle.—
Zach Berman,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
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Of course, Grande just appearing anywhere tonight garnered attention from fans in the room.—
Stacy Lambe,
PEOPLE,
8 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The launch of ThisWayUp comes at a moment when mental health awareness has never been higher, but actual access to care remains frustratingly limited.—
Nia Bowers,
USA Today,
4 Sep. 2025
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Named in honor of Alexander Calder (1898-1976), the most acclaimed and influential sculptor of the 20th century and a native Philadelphian, Calder Gardens will be a place for art, culture, environmental awareness, and introspection.—
Chadd Scott,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Nolthenius hopes that more astronomers – professionals and amateurs – will turn their eyes to the skies to observe Quaoar's occultations.—
Nola Taylor Tillman,
Space.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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Keep an eye on your home from thousands of miles away with a reliable doorbell camera.—
Alesandra Dubin,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Demoing the move above is Paris Alexandra, founder of the Brooklyn Wellness Club, writer, and yoga and mindfulness facilitator.—
Jenny McCoy,
SELF,
3 Sep. 2025
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Concerts, lectures, screenings, performances, readings, mindfulness practices, and other wide-ranging activities will encourage elevating experiences for mind, body, and spirit.—
Chadd Scott,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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“Ear.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ear. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.
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