within earshot
Example Sentences
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It could easily be mistaken for an expression of anger, but watching how others in the area—pedestrians, other drivers—react, it’s a signal: a warning to anyone within earshot that ICE is moving through the neighborhood.
From Slate • Jan. 16, 2026
A line of police buses stopped them reaching the gates, but a stage and loudspeaker ensured their voices would soar above Gwanghwamun square and within earshot of US President Donald Trump's representatives.
From BBC • Oct. 28, 2025
Students are almost always within earshot of a fountain; Qubein says the water has an energizing effect.
From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 21, 2025
Every part of L.A. is within earshot of thunder today, he said.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2025
Tally had to lean her board into motion again to stay within earshot.
From "Uglies" by Scott Westerfeld
