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
When Los Angeles Rams coach Sean McVay heard that Ferguson was training with Paulsen before the 2025 draft, his ears perked up.
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Jourdan Rodrigue, New York Times, 25 Oct. 2025
Rather, alongside younger brother Gus, Walz went viral after photobombing her dad's DNC interview on MSNBC using bunny ears.
—Jay Stahl, USA Today, 25 Oct. 2025
According to the post, the issue stemmed from an in-ear monitor malfunction.
—Jessica Lynch, Billboard, 25 Oct. 2025
For now, that’s music to the ears of Meta investors.
—Paulina Likos, CNBC, 24 Oct. 2025
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Jourdan Rodrigue, New York Times, 25 Oct. 2025
Rather, alongside younger brother Gus, Walz went viral after photobombing her dad's DNC interview on MSNBC using bunny ears.
—Jay Stahl, USA Today, 25 Oct. 2025
According to the post, the issue stemmed from an in-ear monitor malfunction.
—Jessica Lynch, Billboard, 25 Oct. 2025
For now, that’s music to the ears of Meta investors.
—Paulina Likos, CNBC, 24 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ear
Noun
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Less than 48 hours later, ICE shut down the block, barreling down Broadway against one-way traffic in armored vehicles, triggering national media attention and immediate protests.—
Max Tani,
semafor.com,
27 Oct. 2025
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As kobolds go, Heinzelmann was more harmless than most, going about his business protecting the castle from giants and dwarves and keeping the staff updated on faerie gossip, as well as protecting the chambermaids from unwelcome attentions from visiting noblemen.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
27 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The retailer has been increasing its investments in digital and brand marketing to propel the Aritzia brand, grow awareness and build new client acquisition.—
Lisa Lockwood,
Footwear News,
22 Oct. 2025
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Police departments and car manufacturers have since held free events for Kia and Hyundai drivers to distribute steering wheel locks, offer software updates and raise awareness about how to protect vulnerable vehicles, the Observer reported.—
Evan Moore,
Charlotte Observer,
22 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Another shows the sisters matching once again, this time in satin black and silver pajamas and smoky eye looks.—
Ingrid Vasquez,
PEOPLE,
22 Oct. 2025
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Show off your vocabulary skills and eye for design with this luxe scrabble board.—
Jaclyn Kaufman
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FOXNews.com,
21 Oct. 2025
Noun
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That beauty philosophy is at the heart of her Sonsie's mindfulness mission.—
Skyler Caruso,
PEOPLE,
22 Oct. 2025
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Mental health experts suggest that hands-on hobbies like knitting, puzzle-making, and baking foster mindfulness and reduce anxiety by activating our senses, grounding us in the moment, and shifting focus from perfection to process.—
Alesandra Dubin,
Southern Living,
21 Oct. 2025
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“Ear.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ear. Accessed 29 Oct. 2025.
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