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Example Sentences
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Of course, like-minded groups can shout it out later out of your earshot.
From Salon
People may appear happy for you on the face of it, but they may not be so generous when your sons are out of earshot, especially if friends, family or acquaintances need money.
From MarketWatch
Students are almost always within earshot of a fountain; Qubein says the water has an energizing effect.
At least that’s what some on the force have taken to calling the veteran Internal Affairs detective, usually out of earshot.
From Los Angeles Times
The parents had not wanted their kids to hear the conversation — and figured they were out of earshot.
From Los Angeles Times
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.