ear

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But for those with an ear for knotty structures that sometimes feel like puzzle pieces, taking in the whole of the record is rewarding, even fun.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026

For 55 years, the family behind Tapatío has refused to even write down the recipe for Los Angeles’ iconic hot sauce, passing its secret formula for success only from lip to ear in closed rooms.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 12, 2026

These mutations prevent the body from producing enough of the protein otoferlin, which is essential for sending sound signals from the inner ear to the brain.

From Science Daily • Apr. 3, 2026

"We've just got a call from BBC Monitoring," a studio manager said in her ear.

From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026

And now there was a photo on the mantelpiece of them both together, Mutti stroking Marlene’s ear.

From "An Elephant in the Garden" by Michael Morpurgo