not listen
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.
"We did not listen in the way we should have, and this family deserved better from us."
From Barron's ● Sep. 15, 2026
He would not stand still and let people support him and would not listen to what has been said.
From BBC ● May 5, 2026
Then voters may not listen when there’s a real wolf at the door.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 13, 2026
In his Palm Sunday homily last week, Pope Leo said that Jesus “does not listen to the prayers of those who wage war, but rejects them.”
From Salon ● Apr. 5, 2026
I made some sort of soothing reply, but with the licence of age she did not listen, hobbling away mumbling that it was her fault.
From "Nectar in a Sieve" by Kamala Markandaya
Random Word
Spin the wheel and learn a new word!
Get a word