- present participle of listen.
listening
Example Sentences
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He shaved his head and spent most weekends skating Tompkins Square Park in Manhattan, listening to hardcore punk and Joy Division.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 7, 2026
“I understand that meaningful atonement is not achieved through an exhibition . . . It is a continuing responsibility, demonstrated through listening, learning and one’s conduct over time.”
From Salon ● Sep. 5, 2026
Jodi Fournier spent 15 days at the courthouse - sitting, listening and waiting.
From BBC ● Sep. 5, 2026
Wakeful rest can include activities such as daydreaming, drawing, listening to music, or chatting with friends, which can promote learning.
From Slate ● Sep. 5, 2026
You started scowling and yelling and listening to punk rock music.
From "The Way to Rio Luna" by Zoraida Cordova
