ear

Example Sentences

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Surveillance footage showed him holding a phone to his ear shortly before the robbery.

From Slate • May 20, 2026

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

The link between hearing and walking speed isn’t fully understood, but ear doctors say many factors are likely at play.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 9, 2026

Claire's, founded in the US, first appeared on British high streets in the late 1990s selling jewellery and accessories mainly aimed at tween and teenage girls, and offering ear piercing services.

From BBC • Apr. 28, 2026

“Switch places with me,” I hiss into Helen’s ear.

From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse