as in heard
to pay attention especially through the act of hearing
would you listen to what I have to say?
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Recent Examples of listened
The Court listened respectfully—and then reminded the nation that, in America, even presidents remain subject to the Constitution.
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Andy J. Semotiuk,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2026
Talking to someone who didn’t know me or my situation and just listened was really healing for me.
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Kelly Morlan,
Health,
30 June 2026
Hogan recounted driving to King’s house, where the sheriff, the lieutenant and their wives listened to the recording.
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Emerson Clarridge,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
29 June 2026
Having a seat at the table matters, but true inclusion means being listened to and valued in the conversations that shape our future.
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Isabella Montealegre,
The Orlando Sentinel,
28 June 2026
Wearing a gray suit and a white face mask, Kim, who has admitted receiving the gifts but denied they were tied to favors, quietly listened to the verdict with her head bowed.
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ABC News,
26 June 2026
As the franchise’s all-time leading scorer listened, Nori gave his presentation, which included starting Jrue Holiday and Scoot Henderson at guard.
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Jason Quick,
New York Times,
26 June 2026
Once there, O’Brien said, Rinderknecht listened to a French rap song whose music video features someone lighting a joint and also burning cash.
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Brittny Mejia,
Los Angeles Times,
25 June 2026
Republican leaders have not listened.
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Matthew Blinstrubas,
Hartford Courant,
21 June 2026
Andy J. Semotiuk,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2026
Talking to someone who didn’t know me or my situation and just listened was really healing for me.
—
Kelly Morlan,
Health,
30 June 2026
Hogan recounted driving to King’s house, where the sheriff, the lieutenant and their wives listened to the recording.
—
Emerson Clarridge,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
29 June 2026
Having a seat at the table matters, but true inclusion means being listened to and valued in the conversations that shape our future.
—
Isabella Montealegre,
The Orlando Sentinel,
28 June 2026
Wearing a gray suit and a white face mask, Kim, who has admitted receiving the gifts but denied they were tied to favors, quietly listened to the verdict with her head bowed.
—
ABC News,
26 June 2026
As the franchise’s all-time leading scorer listened, Nori gave his presentation, which included starting Jrue Holiday and Scoot Henderson at guard.
—
Jason Quick,
New York Times,
26 June 2026
Once there, O’Brien said, Rinderknecht listened to a French rap song whose music video features someone lighting a joint and also burning cash.
—
Brittny Mejia,
Los Angeles Times,
25 June 2026
Republican leaders have not listened.
—
Matthew Blinstrubas,
Hartford Courant,
21 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for listened
heard
Verb
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Video footage of the dogs at Dingo Doggies Campus shows the pups walking on treadmills, training in the gym and relaxing on beds while booms and fireworks sounds can be heard in the background.
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If the sky becomes threatening and thunder can be heard, find a safe place to shelter.
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“Listened.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/listened. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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