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Example Sentences
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By then the couple was out of earshot, but the man’s “enough please” comment lingered.
From Salon • May 22, 2026
In accordance with government media regulations, AFP was accompanied by an army officer, who stepped out of earshot during interviews.
From Barron's • Apr. 22, 2026
He stamps his feet, whirls his arms and screams at whichever referee is unlucky enough to be within earshot.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026
Within his opponent's earshot, Zverev repeatedly said that the Spaniard was cramping and not injured, and therefore should not receive any treatment.
From BBC • Jan. 30, 2026
When they had gotten out of earshot of the campsite, Sammy said he wasn’t going fishing with them, he was going to the playground.
From "Homecoming" by Cynthia Voigt
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