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hearing

[heer-ing] / ˈhɪər ɪŋ /
NOUN
ability to perceive sound
Synonyms
STRONG
audition detecting distinguishing ear earshot effect extent faculty listening perception range reach recording sense
WEAK
auditory auditory range hearing distance
NOUN
opportunity to present views, knowledge, or skill
Synonyms
STRONGEST
audit conference consultation discussion inquiry interview investigation meeting negotiation presentation reception review test trial
STRONG
admittance attendance attention audience audition chance congress council notice parley performance tryout
Antonyms
STRONG
ignorance neglect

Example Sentences

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But he said one of the hardest parts was not hearing her voice anymore.

From BBC

When Robyn issues a new song or album, it feels like picking up the telephone and hearing the voice of an old friend.

From The Wall Street Journal

The EU's climate commissioner, Wopke Hoekstra, who was in Rome Tuesday for a hearing with senators on Italy's energy mix, declined to comment on Rome's decision.

From Barron's

Jennifer Homendy, chair of the National Transportation Safety Board, said at Tuesday’s hearing that she often hears claims from carmakers that automated driving technology is a solution to eliminate roadway fatalities.

From The Wall Street Journal

The judge will announce the verdict at a June 8 hearing.

From Barron's

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.