hear of
Example Sentences
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Anthony Tuffery, rector at Petrov's old school, said everyone at Kirkcudbright Academy was saddened to hear of his death.
From BBC ● Sep. 30, 2026
“We’re deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Sway,” Mobo wrote on Instagram.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 18, 2026
Navy officer, was surprised to hear of sea mines deployed from rocket launchers.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 1, 2026
"A serious plan is needed, but we don't hear of anything like that being worked on," he said.
From Barron's ● Aug. 20, 2026
“I’m very sorry to hear of this, Miss March,” he said, in the kind, quiet tone which sounded very pleasantly to her perturbed spirit.
From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott
