as in attention
a state of being aware
I'm trying to get the boss's ear in order to ask for a raise in my pay
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Recent Examples of ear
In 1963, after marrying George McCrae, the couple, who were living in West Palm Beach then, formed a musical duo that caught Reid’s ears.
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Howard Cohen, Miami Herald, 24 Feb. 2025
Bio Lifting-sil Full Face Mask, a two-section mask that ensures a more snug fit, thanks to ear loops.
—Sarah Han, Allure, 22 Feb. 2025
Such growths point to oral and maxillofacial disease, sinus and ear infections, and osteoarthritis, among others, the researchers reported in the British Dental Journal Open.
—Paul Smaglik, Discover Magazine, 21 Feb. 2025
What Facinelli, 51, whispered in Robert Pattinson's ear in the scene in which Carlisle bites Pattinson's Edward, turning him into a vampire.
—Virginia Chamlee, People.com, 8 Feb. 2025
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Howard Cohen, Miami Herald, 24 Feb. 2025
Bio Lifting-sil Full Face Mask, a two-section mask that ensures a more snug fit, thanks to ear loops.
—Sarah Han, Allure, 22 Feb. 2025
Such growths point to oral and maxillofacial disease, sinus and ear infections, and osteoarthritis, among others, the researchers reported in the British Dental Journal Open.
—Paul Smaglik, Discover Magazine, 21 Feb. 2025
What Facinelli, 51, whispered in Robert Pattinson's ear in the scene in which Carlisle bites Pattinson's Edward, turning him into a vampire.
—Virginia Chamlee, People.com, 8 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ear
Noun
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The landing captured the attention of the American people, whose fascination with lunar landings harkens back to the days of NASA's Apollo missions of the 1960s and '70s.—
Eric Lagatta,
USA TODAY,
26 Feb. 2025
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The television pool will not be affected, despite the president's differences with many major networks; before entering electoral politics, Trump was a frequent subject of tabloid and television attention and then a reality TV star.—
David Folkenflik,
NPR,
26 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Kristen, who has since given birth to sons Jack, 11, and Tommy, 8, has a marketing background and went to work right away to help create awareness.—
Vic Tafur,
The Athletic,
21 Feb. 2025
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After all, with a little bit of user training and awareness, the notion that a browser update prompt would appear on a random site is obviously a huge red flag.—
Davey Winder,
Forbes,
21 Feb. 2025
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The eyes see it, the statistics prove it and the evidence is overwhelming: Isak is very good.—
Chris Waugh,
The Athletic,
23 Feb. 2025
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Whitfield was introduced in season one as a greedy mining baron who has his eye on every last acre in Paradise Valley, including the Dutton ranch.—
Lynette Rice,
Deadline,
23 Feb. 2025
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In addition to a physical workout, yoga provides opportunities for deep breathing and mindfulness.—
Amy Kwan,
Verywell Health,
25 Feb. 2025
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Direct Your Fear Instead of letting fear spiral into panic, Johnson advises channeling it into logical thinking and mindfulness.—
Matt Robison,
Newsweek,
25 Feb. 2025
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“Ear.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ear. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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