as in audible
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1
as in realized
to come to an awareness of
I heard your sister is home from the hospital
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as in listened
to pay attention especially through the act of hearing
at least hear what I have to say before you start disagreeing
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Recent Examples of heard
Jose De Jesus Ortiz, Los Angeles Times, 2 June 2026
The jury pool was asked questions, like who had heard about the case.
—Ashley Paul, CBS News, 1 June 2026
They're built through intentional, everyday practices that help employees feel respected, heard and psychologically safe enough to share ideas, ask questions and take risks without fear of blame.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
Ever heard the story about the guy who scored four goals in one World Cup match against Brazil?
—Tim Spiers, New York Times, 1 June 2026
Very soon, from the sofa behind Adele, loud enough to be heard over Disney, there came a smacking of mouths and saliva.
—Jonathan Franzen, New Yorker, 1 June 2026
Thai rescue technician Manat Artmongkron said the response had been heard 70 meters (230 feet) down the vertical shaft.
—Kocha Olarn, CNN Money, 1 June 2026
Both sides claimed victory in the settlement, which saw no money exchanging hands but established that Lively’s claims deserved to be heard.
—Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 25 May 2026
Van Dyke was heard first in California at KFRC/San Francisco before being selected for our own KHJ (930 AM), eventually becoming the program director in the early-mid 1970s.
—Richard Wagoner, Daily News, 25 May 2026
Verb
As Augie Lopez trotted around the bases late Monday night, the small contingent of USC fans could finally be heard at Blue Bell Park.
—Jose De Jesus Ortiz, Los Angeles Times, 2 June 2026
The jury pool was asked questions, like who had heard about the case.
—Ashley Paul, CBS News, 1 June 2026
They're built through intentional, everyday practices that help employees feel respected, heard and psychologically safe enough to share ideas, ask questions and take risks without fear of blame.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
Ever heard the story about the guy who scored four goals in one World Cup match against Brazil?
—Tim Spiers, New York Times, 1 June 2026
Very soon, from the sofa behind Adele, loud enough to be heard over Disney, there came a smacking of mouths and saliva.
—Jonathan Franzen, New Yorker, 1 June 2026
Thai rescue technician Manat Artmongkron said the response had been heard 70 meters (230 feet) down the vertical shaft.
—Kocha Olarn, CNN Money, 1 June 2026
Both sides claimed victory in the settlement, which saw no money exchanging hands but established that Lively’s claims deserved to be heard.
—Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 25 May 2026
Van Dyke was heard first in California at KFRC/San Francisco before being selected for our own KHJ (930 AM), eventually becoming the program director in the early-mid 1970s.
—Richard Wagoner, Daily News, 25 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for heard
Adjective
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No one is more audible than the victor in the loser’s building.—
Joel Lorenzi,
New York Times,
31 May 2026
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Snoring sits just below this threshold, the audible signature of an airway that is narrowed but not yet shut.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2026
Verb
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Luckily, the new coaching staff realized that the right side was likely the best for him.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
29 May 2026
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The girl’s disappearance led to a large search of the area in near-zero-degree weather, and an Amber Alert after investigators realized she was likely abducted by a stranger.—
Nick Ferraro,
Twin Cities,
28 May 2026
Verb
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The astronomers made their case for a solution—and the government listened.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
29 May 2026
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Continually surrounded by well-wishers during an hour of socializing before a formal program of speakers and videos recollecting his career, Lubelfeld listened to what others had to say before speaking himself.—
Steve Sadin,
Chicago Tribune,
29 May 2026
Adjective
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Joao Pedro is yet to meaningfully click with Palmer, despite being an unequivocal upgrade up front, and there are no discernible signs of deep understanding with Pedro Neto or Alejandro Garnacho.—
Liam Twomey,
New York Times,
3 June 2026
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The Legally Bronze Bronzer is a normal size and has no discernible smell.—
Sophia Panych,
Allure,
28 May 2026
Verb
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The tunnel was discovered through intelligence work conducted by agents with the FGR's Criminal Investigation Agency in coordination with Mexico's Security Cabinet.—
Greg Wehner,
FOXNews.com,
2 June 2026
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Muntadas, Miller, and Lord discovered the contest during its first month.—
Jonathan Odden,
Artforum,
2 June 2026
Adjective
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Many of today’s most prominent artists are focused on rendering vast, abstract, and often invisible systems perceptible—often by scaling them down to something more sensible while still gesturing toward their magnitude.—
Emily Watlington,
ARTnews.com,
24 May 2026
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That shift isn’t just perceptible—it’s been acknowledged by the women who helped build the Atlanta franchise.—
Shelby Stewart,
Essence,
12 May 2026
Verb
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Moving a blade back and forth to try to saw biscuits apart will make their layers stick (and ruin the rise).—
Ella Quittner,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
20 Mar. 2026
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Ruggeri says that, in comparison to saw palmetto, which gets far more attention.—
Adam Hurly,
Robb Report,
19 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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The replica Tower sign hews close to the original, though the two are clearly distinguishable from one another.—
Graham Womack,
Sacbee.com,
1 June 2026
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This is a type of employment that, as Johnson lead counsel Paul McDonald has stressed, is legally distinguishable from professional employment and is structured differently (for example, student employment is exempt from FICA taxes).—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
20 May 2026
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“Heard.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/heard. Accessed 6 Jun. 2026.
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