eavesdrop

Example Sentences

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The president sometimes messes with the reporters on the line or lets people around him eavesdrop on speakerphone.

From Slate • Mar. 18, 2026

That’s why some of us eavesdrop, sneak into closets and rummage through dresser drawers in secret.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 30, 2026

Their ability to detect low-frequency sounds helps them eavesdrop on the mating calls of frogs.

From Science Daily • Nov. 1, 2025

A man was monologuing to an acquaintance about his career change from tech to film and this is my favorite place to eavesdrop.

From Los Angeles Times • May 18, 2025

Yesterday when I left Evelyn’s office I lingered in the hallway to eavesdrop on her next meeting.

From "Allegiant" by Veronica Roth