as in to follow
to take notice of and be guided by
you'd better listen to my advice!
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Recent Examples of listen
Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 13 July 2025
Judy listened briefly, then abruptly ended the meeting, saying that the men had wasted their time and his, Adams recalled.
—Bill Kearney, Sun Sentinel, 13 July 2025
Seasonal gallery strolls offer the chance to meet artists, listen to live music, taste local cuisine and beverage, see live artist demos and explore art across the area's venues.
—Jenna Prestininzi, Freep.com, 13 July 2025
Finally, listen to player feedback, both direct and through reviews left for similar games, to identify unmet expectations.
—Pawan Gaargi, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025
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More than 6 million people listen to the broadcast every week.
—Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 13 July 2025
Judy listened briefly, then abruptly ended the meeting, saying that the men had wasted their time and his, Adams recalled.
—Bill Kearney, Sun Sentinel, 13 July 2025
Seasonal gallery strolls offer the chance to meet artists, listen to live music, taste local cuisine and beverage, see live artist demos and explore art across the area's venues.
—Jenna Prestininzi, Freep.com, 13 July 2025
Finally, listen to player feedback, both direct and through reviews left for similar games, to identify unmet expectations.
—Pawan Gaargi, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025
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“Listen.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/listen. Accessed 26 Jul. 2025.
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