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[lis-uhn] / ˈlɪs ən /


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"Sometimes they can get fixated on certain goals and not listen to any adults around them, so that's where I come in and sit them down and talk to them."

From BBC Jul. 31, 2026

As we reach the peak of this summer, listen to the latest Decoder Ring for a fascinating investigation into our changing attitudes toward sun exposure.

From Slate Jul. 30, 2026

Langley is even converting fans who don’t usually listen to her genre—she recently became the first woman in history to land three country songs in the Hot 100’s top four spots.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 26, 2026

Among those gathered to listen was Leticia Lopez, a 65-year-old South Pasadena resident whose voice trembled as she talked about the impact of hearing about another arrest or death tied to enforcement operations.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 25, 2026

I listen to myself ramble on and on, explaining why she and Nate are wrong, justifying things the way Dad trained me.

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam

When he comes upon Irontown, led by the highborn Lady Eboshi, and listens to its people brag about burning down the boar god’s forest, one might expect him to be angry.

From Salon Jul. 22, 2026

It’s not like that in Southern California, where almost no one listens to sports-talk radio, and where a nice day is always a day away.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 10, 2026

Won, the sales consultant, sometimes listens to a work-related podcast while riding his lawn tractor.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 9, 2026

"They told me they are really dissatisfied with all the existing political parties, because nobody listens to them," he said.

From Barron's Jul. 8, 2026

McGovern listens to Wilkins’ urgent whispers and then turns to scan the rows of students with worried eyes.

From "Water for Elephants" by Sara Gruen

Intrigued, McCreary listened to Sepultura’s folk-infused Brazilian death metal and loved it.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 28, 2026

The jury listened to the 999 call Sidaway made at about 16:10 that day in which she pleaded for an ambulance.

From BBC Jul. 27, 2026

If the hacks or detractors listened to the references it was all about achievement in what the team did to win.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 25, 2026

“I listened to the requests of commanders and took the necessary decisions to strengthen our troops,” he said.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 19, 2026

That evening at Sandy June’s— talking to him while we listened to a Kickapoo blues band—inspired me to become a musician.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith

Additionally, Acree said investors will be listening for any new “tangible evidence” Qualcomm provides about its guidance for $5 billion in data-center revenue in fiscal-year 2027.

From MarketWatch Jul. 29, 2026

“I call it radical hospitality. ... He’s really listening to what they say and if there has been a setback, I find him to be highly encouraging. ‘This is what you need to do.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 29, 2026

She tracked him down and they became friends, hanging out and listening to music.

From Salon Jul. 29, 2026

"It was the main station playing the music I grew up listening to. I connected to it, the songs, the language, the artists."

From BBC Jul. 26, 2026

Cleveland’s largest newspaper, the Plain Dealer, usually supportive of spirit investigation, this time suggested that Benjamin’s spirit, “shut up until you have something to offer worth listening to.”

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock




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