unable to hear
Example Sentences
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Because of the noise in the shop, I was unable to hear him and asked him politely to repeat himself.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 7, 2026
Sabalenka asked for a video review but, with players unable to hear the audio, could only watch as Engzell replayed the footage and stayed with her decision.
From BBC • Jan. 29, 2026
You are not being responsible drivers if you are unable to hear police, ambulances, horns or even people trying to get your attention.
From Seattle Times • Feb. 27, 2024
Perhaps I’m just a heavy sleeper, but I snoozed peacefully through the night, unable to hear anyone else’s snoring or late-night TikTok scrolling.
From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2023
And so she stood there, unable to hear his words so long as he was gripping her fingers.
From "Out of Darkness" by Ashley Hope Pérez
