heard

Example Sentences

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Asking around in recruiting circles, I heard about a man whose candidacy was doomed by a thumbs-down from his stepmother, who worked in the same industry.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

The court heard that the disorder had cost police £443,000 for staffing and accommodation, while Southampton City Council had paid £6,700 in clean-up costs.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

"We've seen exceptional excitement, unlike everything else we've heard before when it comes to IPOs," said Eva Ardos, chief investment strategist at ERShares, which holds a stake in SpaceX through a special-purpose private fund.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

A skeptic when he first heard about the company in 2023, Krieger soon changed his mind as he learned more about Rocket Lab.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026

She closed her eyes, absorbing the cool air, when she heard the impossible boy calling her name.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith