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hearing

[heer-ing] / ˈhɪər ɪŋ /
NOUN
ability to perceive sound
Synonyms
STRONG
audition detecting distinguishing ear earshot effect extent faculty listening perception range reach recording sense
WEAK
auditory auditory range hearing distance
NOUN
opportunity to present views, knowledge, or skill
Synonyms
STRONGEST
audit conference consultation discussion inquiry interview investigation meeting negotiation presentation reception review test trial
STRONG
admittance attendance attention audience audition chance congress council notice parley performance tryout
Antonyms
STRONG
ignorance neglect

Example Sentences

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“Defendant’s motion is respectfully denied,” Judge Tony Graf said during a hearing Friday.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026

A total of £1,625,693.82 was recovered during the investigation, and will be the subject of a confiscation hearing under the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002.

From BBC • May 8, 2026

While Warsh’s views received some attention at his nomination hearing before a U.S.

From MarketWatch • May 8, 2026

Both her husband and their biological child are hearing and fluent in ASL.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026

Courtney’s face turned red at hearing her name, but she was smiling.

From "Firegirl" by Tony Abbott

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