Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for listen in (on)
Verb
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If the sky turns ominous and thunder can be heard, find a secure place for shelter.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
8 June 2025 -
If the sky becomes threatening and thunder can be heard, find a safe place to shelter.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
8 June 2025
Verb
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Here are some trends to monitor during the early portion of the month as the Cardinals aim to keep afloat.—
Katie Woo,
New York Times,
6 June 2025
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Dilly Dally, like other turtles treated and re-released by the LMC, will be tracked via satellite attached to her shell to chart her movements and monitor her re-acclimation to living in the wild.—
Alana Wise,
NPR,
6 June 2025
Verb
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Suddenly, Vampire Weekend’s towering drummer, Chris Tomson, spied Monaco.—
Ben Crandell,
Sun Sentinel,
10 June 2025
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Military Service: During the Civil War, Harriet Tubman served as a nurse, scout, and spy for the Union Army.—
Sophie Clark,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 June 2025
Verb
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But, in fact, what Michael overheard was Jim sharing his feelings for Pam.—
Melissa A. Wheeler,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2025
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McCullers said his five-year-old daughter overheard a conversation with his wife on the phone about the threats.—
Ryan Morik,
FOXNews.com,
30 May 2025
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“Listen in (on).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/listen%20in%20%28on%29. Accessed 15 Jun. 2025.
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