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hearing

NounSuru VerbTransitive Verb

Definitions

1. hearing (of a statement, opinion, explanation, etc.)
2. asking
3. listening (e.g. to the radio)

This noun refers to the act of listening to and gathering information, such as in an interview, radio reception, or official questioning. It is often used in formal or legal contexts, such as police taking a statement.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

The committee chair indicated a willingness to hear residents' requests.

Sentence 2

The committee also gathered opinions from a wide range of experts.

Sentence 3

We began by hearing an account of the events from the site manager.

Sentence 4

Would you be willing to hear out our requests as well?

Sentence 5

"Did you actually listen to everything?" — I can't help but wonder.