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earshot

[eer-shot] / ˈɪərˌʃɒt /






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With the noisy calls of angry protesters echoing around the tight confines of Ivana Franka Square, within earshot of the presidential palace, Budanov said the government was taking note.

From BBC Jul. 21, 2026

It was just out of earshot from Oz nodding along to musings on how “sleep is when the brain cleanses itself.”

From Slate Jul. 1, 2026

In accordance with government media regulations, AFP was accompanied by an army officer, who stepped out of earshot during interviews.

From Barron's Apr. 22, 2026

He stamps his feet, whirls his arms and screams at whichever referee is unlucky enough to be within earshot.

From The Wall Street Journal Apr. 3, 2026

“Beat not,” Vonetta said as soon as Big Ma was safely out of earshot.

From "P.S. Be Eleven" by Rita Williams-Garcia




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