listened (to)

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

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for listened (to)
Verb
  • Paddack noted how Sandy Alcantara came to him in the dugout and gave him words of encouragement.
    Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 31 Mar. 2026
  • Dieppa noted that about 17 million cars pass through Chamblee every month.
    Leondra Head, CBS News, 31 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • Saturday’s nose win followed a neck victory over Chief Wallabee in last month’s Fountain of Youth Stakes.
    Clark Spencer, Miami Herald, 29 Mar. 2026
  • The event included speakers and musical performances, followed by a march.
    Jasmine Arenas, CBS News, 29 Mar. 2026
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“Listened (to).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/listened%20%28to%29. Accessed 2 Apr. 2026.

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