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[eer] / ɪər /


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The Hammond B3 swells on the verse’s first pass, sticking close to the song’s melody, but on the second, it jumps an octave in an improvisation that nearly scorches the ear.

From Salon • May 15, 2026

Tammy Wynette had it; just listen to her mourn how “the sun will never shine in Apartment #9” and your ear will catch the throb in her throat that echoes the song’s steel guitar.

From Salon • May 15, 2026

You’re tuning your ear from a very early age to try and mimic that accent.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 11, 2026

Known for its colourful shop fronts and racks of jewellery, bracelets and its ear piercing services, the brand's bright purple branding is a familiar sight for millions of teens during a Saturday shop.

From BBC • Apr. 27, 2026

He wrung out his lavender tail and shook the water from his good ear.

From "The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest" by Aubrey Hartman




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