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Recent Examples of Synonyms for eavesdrop (on)
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Image courtesy of the researchers View gallery - 4 images Researchers from the California Institute of Technology (Caltech) have developed a wireless smart capsule packed with sensors and other tiny electronics to monitor the workings of your gastrointestinal (GI) tract.—
Abhimanyu Ghoshal,
New Atlas,
12 July 2025 -
Residents and travelers are urged to monitor official updates from the NPS for instructions and park reopening information.—
Hollie Silverman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 July 2025
Verb
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But customers still want to feel heard and understood.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
13 July 2025
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The royal appeared to hear the declaration, laughing in response.—
Janine Henni,
People.com,
13 July 2025
Verb
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To spy green sea and hawksbill turtles nesting, visit from July through October.—
AFAR Media,
AFAR Media,
11 July 2025
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Murrell's efforts drew attention from those who could spy into his Evendale yard.—
Amber Hunt,
The Enquirer,
2 July 2025
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The launch site itself may be across state lines, but Arizonans could still have a chance to see the rocket itself soaring overheard.—
Eric Lagatta,
AZCentral.com,
18 July 2025
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After overhearing Zavier’s heartfelt conversation with her dad, Tiffany has a change of heart and decides to go through with the wedding.—
Emily Blackwood,
People.com,
14 July 2025
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“Eavesdrop (on).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/eavesdrop%20%28on%29. Accessed 25 Jul. 2025.
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