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as in to realize
to come to an awareness of
I heard your sister is home from the hospital
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Recent Examples of hear
If the sky becomes threatening and thunder can be heard, find a safe place to shelter.
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Star-Telegram Weather Bot, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 20 Apr. 2025
Within minutes, a massive law enforcement response was heard around downtown Tallahassee as officers raced to the scene.
—Christopher Cann, USA Today, 19 Apr. 2025
The same message can be heard in the advice that a Microsoft spokesperson provided.
—Davey Winder, Forbes.com, 19 Apr. 2025
The Democrats’ move to disband demonstrates Beijing’s unwillingness to allow even the mildest of dissenting voices to be heard in Hong Kong, say analysts.
—Chris Lau, CNN Money, 19 Apr. 2025
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Star-Telegram Weather Bot, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 20 Apr. 2025
Within minutes, a massive law enforcement response was heard around downtown Tallahassee as officers raced to the scene.
—Christopher Cann, USA Today, 19 Apr. 2025
The same message can be heard in the advice that a Microsoft spokesperson provided.
—Davey Winder, Forbes.com, 19 Apr. 2025
The Democrats’ move to disband demonstrates Beijing’s unwillingness to allow even the mildest of dissenting voices to be heard in Hong Kong, say analysts.
—Chris Lau, CNN Money, 19 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hear
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Fortunately, with proper treatment, Bauer says, halitosis often becomes much less offensive. Rashes Parikh sees lots of patients with rashes at this time of year, and many don’t realize a pollen allergy could be the culprit.—
Angela Haupt,
Time,
2 May 2025
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Shortly after Stack realizes that the juke joint isn’t making enough money, Remmick shows up with his progeny.—
Adam Serwer,
The Atlantic,
2 May 2025
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Chatting with Cortini is almost as infectious as listening to Clara IEMs.—
Mark Sparrow,
Forbes.com,
4 May 2025
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The men take turns listening to each other and offer each other feedback.—
Harmeet Kaur,
CNN Money,
4 May 2025
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Horsetail is a great option for travelers with accessibility concerns, while those who want more can hike to Upper Horsetail Falls and see the cave that’s tucked behind the curtain of water.—
Evie Carrick,
Travel + Leisure,
27 Apr. 2025
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Healthcare, industrials, and technology sectors also saw better earnings growth rates last week.—
Bill Stone,
Forbes.com,
27 Apr. 2025
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Universities reported some students being forced to leave the United States immediately, in many cases after discovering their visas were canceled in the federal Student Exchange and Visitor Information System (SEVIS) or via an unexpected text or email.—
Jennifer Borresen,
USA Today,
4 May 2025
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After Knutson’s murder, investigators discovered that the roommates were allegedly getting into arguments over alarm clocks and pet fish.—
Caroline Blair,
People.com,
3 May 2025
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The measure would provide funding for implementation and allow exceptions for students with learning challenges or translation needs.—
Sarah Taddeo,
USA Today,
1 May 2025
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By playing with the plushy, kids learn to empathize with others, express their own feelings, and process difficult emotions safely and age-appropriately.—
Anja Webb,
Parents,
30 Apr. 2025
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The equity research firm conducted a sample on 50 products and found Amazon prices had risen 4.2% higher on April 25.—
Mike Snider,
USA Today,
2 May 2025
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This cocktail, found at the Monarch Rooftop & Indoor Lounge in New York City, is perfect for adding glamour to a Kentucky Derby viewing party.—
Aly Walansky,
Forbes.com,
1 May 2025
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“Hear.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hear. Accessed 7 May. 2025.
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