Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for listen in (on)
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Beyond the novelty aspect of hearing an entire album played live that’s never been heard onstage, Ball feels there’s a reason Exposure still resonates.—
David Browne,
Rolling Stone,
2 May 2025 -
Now, McIlroy says that his daughter had one thought after hearing the loud cheers from the crowd.—
Hannah Sacks,
People.com,
2 May 2025
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The aluminum anklets are utilized for the same reasons — namely to track, study, and monitor bird populations — but because there are far more ducks and geese than there are wild turkeys in North America, a hunter’s chances of killing a banded gobbler are way lower.—
Dac Collins,
Outdoor Life,
1 May 2025
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They’re also linked to a cosmic authority called the Galactic Federation that monitors these types of special beings around the universe.—
Jeff Spry,
Space.com,
1 May 2025
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There is also an exceptional and endearing mixed-species romance to spy; the improbable results of which is the unexpected birth of a hybrid rockaroni chick—perhaps a sign of evolution and what may turn out to be a brand-new species.—
Laura Manske,
Forbes.com,
19 Apr. 2025
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As gunfire fills the air, Clyde spies Spencer in the train.—
Matt Cabral,
EW.com,
6 Apr. 2025
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Whether overhearing a hallway conversation or catching a remote suggestion, innovation frequently happens in unscripted moments.—
Toyna Chin,
Forbes.com,
28 Apr. 2025
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Along the way, Manny overheard a woozy Finn accuse Audrey of shooting him.—
Matt Webb Mitovich,
TVLine,
25 Apr. 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 5 May. 2025.
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