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hearing

[heer-ing] / ˈhɪər ɪŋ /
NOUN
ability to perceive sound
Synonyms
STRONG
audition detecting distinguishing ear earshot effect extent faculty listening perception range reach recording sense
WEAK
auditory auditory range hearing distance
NOUN
opportunity to present views, knowledge, or skill
Synonyms
STRONGEST
audit conference consultation discussion inquiry interview investigation meeting negotiation presentation reception review test trial
STRONG
admittance attendance attention audience audition chance congress council notice parley performance tryout
Antonyms
STRONG
ignorance neglect

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“Gaming funds help us market Bismarck,” the head of another nonprofit, focused on tourism, testified at a state Senate hearing.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026

Announcing the new bench at the weekend, Chief Justice Surya Kant said its hearing will determine "questions of law" in the case.

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026

Judge Alan Schneider said during Monday's hearing that his behaviour when he was arrested was "aberrant from his normal conduct", his lawyer Christy O'Connor told BBC News after the hearing.

From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026

A hearing regarding the protective order is set for Tuesday and may determine whether a final protective order is granted by the Utah court.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 6, 2026

It looked like Lloyd was hearing the music of the spheres.

From "The Teacher’s Funeral" by Richard Peck