listening

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

“Great work by our graveyard Officers, even when tired, for trusting their instincts, staying persistent, and quite literally listening to the walls.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026

As it stands, listening to these albums feels more like panning for gold and mostly seeing piles of sediment.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

I was standing there listening to him telling my parents he would look after me.

From BBC • May 19, 2026

Furthermore, investors will be listening for updates on Nvidia’s capital-return strategy.

From MarketWatch • May 17, 2026

“No, no, no. Gracie! This is ‘dot dot dot,’ like, ‘I’m listening, please continue!’

From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison