hear
verb (used with object)
to perceive by the ear.
am hearing
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present progressiveof hear (1st person singular).present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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But I am hearing from people who live in less resourced parts of the country, smaller states with smaller governments, like Vermont, who are saying this is spooky.
From Slate ● May 21, 2026
"I am hearing explosions and fighter jets overhead," one resident of central Tehran said at around 9:45 am local time, before communications and internet access were cut.
From Barron's ● Feb. 28, 2026
Chabria: The word I am hearing most as we head into the New Year is exhaustion.
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 29, 2024
“I am hearing about some Hindu properties being attacked but I am not sure if it’s true. But my area is peaceful. Many Muslim neighbours have assured us about our safety,” he says.
From BBC ● Aug. 6, 2024
I close my eyes and start to pray, because there is no way I am hearing what I think I hear.
From "Dread Nation" by Justina Ireland
