hear of

Example Sentences

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"As we hear of division, both at home and abroad, they are the values of which we must never lose sight," said the King.

From BBC

Posting on the band's official website, lead singer Ian Anderson said he was sorry to hear of the death of the "strong vocalist and experienced, powerful and lyrical guitarist".

From BBC

That match in 1965 was the last we would hear of football on Christmas Day until 1983, when Brentford attempted to play their Third Division match with Wimbledon at 11am.

From BBC

In later ages of Greco-Roman antiquity, we hear of numerous men, and even some women, who followed the path of the dog.

From The Wall Street Journal

Meanwhile Osman, who authors the best-selling Thursday Murder Club series, said: "How lovely to hear of something intended to broaden the world of our children, rather than to simply speed that world up."

From BBC