within earshot

Example Sentences

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It could easily be mistaken for an expression of anger, but watching how others in the area—pedestrians, other drivers—react, it’s a signal: a warning to anyone within earshot that ICE is moving through the neighborhood.

From Slate • Jan. 16, 2026

A line of police buses stopped them reaching the gates, but a stage and loudspeaker ensured their voices would soar above Gwanghwamun square and within earshot of US President Donald Trump's representatives.

From BBC • Oct. 28, 2025

Students are almost always within earshot of a fountain; Qubein says the water has an energizing effect.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 21, 2025

Harbaugh’s parents were sitting within earshot, as was Payton — at the time back to watching games from the stands.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 31, 2025

He said that with enough church ladies within earshot.

From "P.S. Be Eleven" by Rita Williams-Garcia