ear

Example Sentences

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The toilet is in a small cubicle that's quite loud; the astronauts need to wear ear protection when they use it.

From Barron's • Apr. 4, 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

Elevator rides of over 25 miles an hour can result in ear pressure, dizziness and an unsettling ride experience.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 2, 2026

I’m like, “I have a headphone in my ear and I’m really busy working. You’re kind of bugging me right now.”

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 24, 2026

“I need to reach Nemo,” he yelled into my ear in French.

From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse