overhears

[US]/ˌəʊvəˈhɪəz/
[UK]/ˌoʊvərˈhɪrz/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

v.to hear something without the speaker's intention

Phrases & Collocations

overhears a conversation

overhears some gossip

overhears their plans

overhears a secret

overhears the news

overhears a discussion

overhears a joke

overhears their argument

overhears a compliment

overhears a warning

Example Sentences

she overhears a conversation about the surprise party.

he overhears his colleagues discussing the project.

the child overhears adults talking about finances.

she accidentally overhears a secret plan.

he overhears them arguing about the best solution.

they overhear a discussion on environmental issues.

she overhears her friends making plans for the weekend.

he overhears a rumor about a promotion at work.

the detective overhears a crucial piece of evidence.

she overhears someone complimenting her work.

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