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
Rest: Walton Goggins for GoDaddy Admittedly, a product called Walton Goggins Goggle Glasses really catches the ear.
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Ryan Coleman, EW.com, 7 Feb. 2025
The notion of removing Gaza's population and reshaping its future is music to the ears of Israel's right-wing camp, a move that could consolidate Netanyahu's hold on power.
—Kristan Hawkins, Newsweek, 6 Feb. 2025
Shoulder Shrugs With your feet flat on the ground, sit up straight and lift your shoulders up toward your ears while also slightly rolling your shoulders backward.
—Jake Parks, Discover Magazine, 1 Feb. 2025
This Frida Baby Infrared Thermometer three-in-one ear, forehead and touchless for babies gets accurate infrared temperature readings in just one second.
—Nora Colomer, Fox News, 1 Feb. 2025
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Ryan Coleman, EW.com, 7 Feb. 2025
The notion of removing Gaza's population and reshaping its future is music to the ears of Israel's right-wing camp, a move that could consolidate Netanyahu's hold on power.
—Kristan Hawkins, Newsweek, 6 Feb. 2025
Shoulder Shrugs With your feet flat on the ground, sit up straight and lift your shoulders up toward your ears while also slightly rolling your shoulders backward.
—Jake Parks, Discover Magazine, 1 Feb. 2025
This Frida Baby Infrared Thermometer three-in-one ear, forehead and touchless for babies gets accurate infrared temperature readings in just one second.
—Nora Colomer, Fox News, 1 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ear
Noun
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His stories enthrall his fellow captives, and capture the attention of Hasan, the enigmatic and feared Bey of Algiers, igniting an affinity between captor and captive.—
Leo Barraclough,
Variety,
14 Feb. 2025
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Her creativity has also caught the attention of high-profile brands, which has led to custom orders for a major cosmetic company.—
Hilary Tetenbaum,
USA TODAY,
14 Feb. 2025
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Mindfulness helps manage stress levels and encourages greater awareness of hunger and fullness cues.24 Support: Social support can help with weight loss.—
Amy Brownstein, MS, RDN,
Verywell Health,
7 Feb. 2025
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Perhaps the dismay of his own fans will prove to be a corrective; in reaction to his latest wave of pro-Nazi rhetoric and overt Holocaust denialism, Reddit’s r/Kanye sub declared itself over and began filling with Holocaust awareness posts (and, more humorously, odes to Taylor Swift).—
Aja Romano,
Vox,
7 Feb. 2025
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One year in and Michelle Gass is tweaking Levi Strauss & Co.’s leadership structure with an eye toward streamlining decision making and accelerating the company’s evolution.—
Evan Clark,
WWD,
11 Feb. 2025
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Let your eyes fully adjust to the darkness for about 20 minutes.—
Justin Gest,
Newsweek,
11 Feb. 2025
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Spiritual trips prioritize mindfulness, faith and connecting with nature.—
Ashley J. DiMella Fox News,
Fox News,
9 Feb. 2025
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The retreat pop-ups include a wellness workshop led by Highland Project mindfulness practitioners, as well as opportunities for attendees to foster true connections with one another.—
Jasmine Browley,
Essence,
4 Feb. 2025
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“Ear.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ear. Accessed 19 Feb. 2025.
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