as in attention
a state of being aware
I'm trying to get the boss's ear in order to ask for a raise in my pay
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Recent Examples of ear
The influencer was seen whispering into the ear of the football star and father of three as well as putting her hand on his back.
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Christina Dugan Ramirez, FOXNews.com, 9 Feb. 2026
Some helmets have built-in Bluetooth speakers, but most have ear pads with pockets for AirPods and other earbuds.
—Katie Jackson, Travel + Leisure, 9 Feb. 2026
Some folks left plugging their ears, but enough stayed to crowd the stage.
—Stephen M. Deusner, Pitchfork, 8 Feb. 2026
In addition to complications like pneumonia, dehydration, and ear infections, between one and three in 1,000 children will develop encephalitis — irritation and swelling of the brain — either during their measles infection, or several months later.
—Elizabeth Yuko, Rolling Stone, 7 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for ear
Christina Dugan Ramirez, FOXNews.com, 9 Feb. 2026
Some helmets have built-in Bluetooth speakers, but most have ear pads with pockets for AirPods and other earbuds.
—Katie Jackson, Travel + Leisure, 9 Feb. 2026
Some folks left plugging their ears, but enough stayed to crowd the stage.
—Stephen M. Deusner, Pitchfork, 8 Feb. 2026
In addition to complications like pneumonia, dehydration, and ear infections, between one and three in 1,000 children will develop encephalitis — irritation and swelling of the brain — either during their measles infection, or several months later.
—Elizabeth Yuko, Rolling Stone, 7 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ear
Noun
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There is another kind of voter fraud which has escaped the attention--whether accidentally or deliberately--of the media.—
Cal Thomas,
Arkansas Online,
10 Feb. 2026
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In a measured but hostile tone, Rhoades called attention to a great number of complaints that had come from Coppermark.—
J.C. Hallman,
Oklahoman,
10 Feb. 2026
Noun
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The research team aims to explore how the patches can enhance situational awareness and monitor exposure for military personnel in hazardous environments.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
6 Feb. 2026
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The American Indian Movement, which brought awareness to the need for international recognition of our rights as a sovereign people, was formed in 1968 right here in Minneapolis on the infamous Franklin Avenue.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
5 Feb. 2026
Noun
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And while their steamy, sweaty dalliances are hot and heavy (albeit mostly clothed), most swoonworthy are the smaller moments, like Heathcliff gently cupping his hands to keep the rain out of Cathy’s eyes.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
10 Feb. 2026
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Catch The Enquirer's video with Bibb and Chapman at the top of the page, and keep an eye out for the next installment of the series.—
Haadiza Ogwude,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
10 Feb. 2026
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But the best Valentine’s Day present might be growing closer to your special someone through the gift of mindfulness.—
Hunter Boyce,
AJC.com,
9 Feb. 2026
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The hotel is part of the Perseus Group, which aims to create properties that encourage community, mindfulness, and connection.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
9 Feb. 2026
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“Ear.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ear. Accessed 14 Feb. 2026.
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