listened (to)

Definition of listened (to)next
past tense of listen (to)

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Verb
  • The look is brighter and more elegant, but noted chef Fulvio Pierangelini’s fresh, modern Tuscan cuisine—which showcases the local seasonal bounty— is as good as ever.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026
  • However, the report noted that all 10 cities were still considered more affordable than Los Angeles, with some by a wide margin.
    Lindsay Kornick, FOXNews.com, 2 June 2026
Verb
  • Soon other colonies followed the state’s lead, and the 13 colonies approved the Declaration of Independence two days later.
    Arati Menon, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 June 2026
  • The transformation happened gradually, first a patio, then a beer and wine license, followed by a bar.
    Conor McGill, CBS News, 6 June 2026
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“Listened (to).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/listened%20%28to%29. Accessed 8 Jun. 2026.

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