as in heard
to pay attention especially through the act of hearing
would you listen to what I have to say?
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Recent Examples of listened
Republican leaders have not listened.
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Matthew Blinstrubas,
Hartford Courant,
21 June 2026
In casting sessions that included showrunners, writers, studio reps and network execs, the voice everyone listened to the most was Jimmy’s.
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Warren Littlefield,
HollywoodReporter,
20 June 2026
When fans rejected elements in the first trailer, Legendary and Warner Bros listened and pivoted.
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Anthony D'alessandro,
Deadline,
18 June 2026
Her unsung hero listened to her concerns, talked her through the surgery and eased her anxiety.
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Brittney Melton,
NPR,
18 June 2026
At the north end of the grassy area — Stiner Pavilion is at the south end — hugging the beach was a table where two members of the park district staff supervised youngsters’ art projects as their elders listened to the music.
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Steve Sadin,
Chicago Tribune,
18 June 2026
During preparation, Seyfried even met Mitchell for a steak dinner, and the two listened to Blue together.
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Jason P. Frank,
Vulture,
15 June 2026
Although many of her test results still appeared relatively normal, the doctor listened carefully and ordered additional bloodwork out of concern for something more serious.
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Tereza Shkurtaj,
PEOPLE,
14 June 2026
Unfazed, Anna listened to the details of Shirley’s scoop, and suggested that Irving Penn photograph the mouse.
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William Norwich,
Vogue,
12 June 2026
Matthew Blinstrubas,
Hartford Courant,
21 June 2026
In casting sessions that included showrunners, writers, studio reps and network execs, the voice everyone listened to the most was Jimmy’s.
—
Warren Littlefield,
HollywoodReporter,
20 June 2026
When fans rejected elements in the first trailer, Legendary and Warner Bros listened and pivoted.
—
Anthony D'alessandro,
Deadline,
18 June 2026
Her unsung hero listened to her concerns, talked her through the surgery and eased her anxiety.
—
Brittney Melton,
NPR,
18 June 2026
At the north end of the grassy area — Stiner Pavilion is at the south end — hugging the beach was a table where two members of the park district staff supervised youngsters’ art projects as their elders listened to the music.
—
Steve Sadin,
Chicago Tribune,
18 June 2026
During preparation, Seyfried even met Mitchell for a steak dinner, and the two listened to Blue together.
—
Jason P. Frank,
Vulture,
15 June 2026
Although many of her test results still appeared relatively normal, the doctor listened carefully and ordered additional bloodwork out of concern for something more serious.
—
Tereza Shkurtaj,
PEOPLE,
14 June 2026
Unfazed, Anna listened to the details of Shirley’s scoop, and suggested that Irving Penn photograph the mouse.
—
William Norwich,
Vogue,
12 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for listened
heard
Verb
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If the sky becomes threatening and thunder can be heard, find a safe place to shelter.
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The proposal, which will be heard at Monday's city council meeting, is estimated by the city to cost between $15,000 and $25,000, primarily because of the cost of materials needed to suspend it at the new location.
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“Listened.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/listened. Accessed 26 Jun. 2026.
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