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
Arkansas Online, 17 Feb. 2026
He can often be heard on the From Our Own Correspondent programme on the BBC World Service and the Jeremy Vine show on BBC Radio Two.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Feb. 2026
If anyone was in the area and heard or saw anything or has any information, they are asked to contact Homicide detectives directly at 816-234-5043 or the TIPS Hotline anonymously at 816-474-TIPS.
—Laura Bauer, Kansas City Star, 16 Feb. 2026
Some messengers had heard about the lanterns shown in the Old North Church.
—Kostya Kennedy, Time, 16 Feb. 2026
The nation’s 32nd president seemed to have heard that message.
—Roger Simmons, The Orlando Sentinel, 16 Feb. 2026
If the sky turns ominous and thunder can be heard, find a secure place for shelter.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 16 Feb. 2026
The group can be heard praying while the man yells.
—Sarah Bahari, Dallas Morning News, 16 Feb. 2026
She's also heard praise from her mom.
—Amanda Hancock, Louisville Courier Journal, 10 Feb. 2026
Verb
People block unwanted numbers, and no one under 30 has heard of the White Pages.
—Arkansas Online, 17 Feb. 2026
He can often be heard on the From Our Own Correspondent programme on the BBC World Service and the Jeremy Vine show on BBC Radio Two.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Feb. 2026
If anyone was in the area and heard or saw anything or has any information, they are asked to contact Homicide detectives directly at 816-234-5043 or the TIPS Hotline anonymously at 816-474-TIPS.
—Laura Bauer, Kansas City Star, 16 Feb. 2026
Some messengers had heard about the lanterns shown in the Old North Church.
—Kostya Kennedy, Time, 16 Feb. 2026
The nation’s 32nd president seemed to have heard that message.
—Roger Simmons, The Orlando Sentinel, 16 Feb. 2026
If the sky turns ominous and thunder can be heard, find a secure place for shelter.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 16 Feb. 2026
The group can be heard praying while the man yells.
—Sarah Bahari, Dallas Morning News, 16 Feb. 2026
She's also heard praise from her mom.
—Amanda Hancock, Louisville Courier Journal, 10 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for heard
Adjective
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If the sky becomes menacing and thunder becomes audible, seek out a safe place to seek shelter.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
16 Feb. 2026
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The Olympic curling committee issued a warning after a heated fight filled with cheating allegations and audible curse words overshadowed a feisty match between Sweden and Canada.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
14 Feb. 2026
Verb
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But one by one, each of them left until one year Villa realized there was no one left to have a posada with.—
Andrés Soto,
USA Today,
19 Feb. 2026
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But pretty quickly Sam realized that career wasn’t for him.—
Emma Hurt,
AJC.com,
19 Feb. 2026
Verb
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There were families in Vegas with young kids who all listened to the radio.—
Mike Fleming Jr,
Deadline,
13 Feb. 2026
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On Field 3, students listened to an explanation of how and when to call the infield-fly rule.—
Katie Woo,
New York Times,
12 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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There was a discernible shift away from outlandish theatrics toward clothes that feel purposeful and directional — modern classics rather than transient one-offs.—
Lisa Lockwood,
Footwear News,
17 Feb. 2026
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Surprisingly, these conflicts are not about politics — feuding parties’ voting preferences are only occasionally discernible, and never at the heart of their disputes.—
Tessa Stuart,
Rolling Stone,
17 Feb. 2026
Verb
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The recall was triggered after inspectors discovered pieces of blue plastic in a production filter.—
Fernando Cervantes Jr,
USA Today,
17 Feb. 2026
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Though Vedam fought the conviction for decades, almost 40 years passed before a team of attorneys discovered prosecutors may have withheld evidence that could have impacted the jury’s decision in his case.—
Elizabeth Wolfe,
CNN Money,
17 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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The salt level was perfect for everyone, and many said the corn flavor was perceptible without being overwhelming.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
30 Jan. 2026
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Underneath the jokes, though, there is perceptible movement.—
Erin Vanderhoof,
Vanity Fair,
27 Jan. 2026
Verb
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During the trial, jurors learned about grim Google searches Brian had made after his wife died, including how to saw a body and how to clean blood off of wood floors.—
Nicole Acosta,
PEOPLE,
18 Dec. 2025
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Fanatics shared the moment Tennessee Titans first overall pick, quarterback Cam Ward, saw Brady pop up on the screen to give him some wise words.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
6 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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In the city’s Financial District, home to Canada’s major banks, locals are easily distinguishable from tourists and visitors by the conspicuous absence of winter paraphernalia.—
Vivian Song,
CNN Money,
17 Feb. 2026
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Two executive chefs ago, Georgie had a distinguishable French bent under the leadership of RJ Yoakum, who previously spent years working for Thomas Keller at The French Laundry.—
Claire Ballor
Staff Reporter,
Dallas Morning News,
11 Feb. 2026
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“Heard.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/heard. Accessed 22 Feb. 2026.
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