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Synonyms

earshot

American  
[eer-shot] / ˈɪərˌʃɒt /

noun

  1. the range or distance within which a sound, voice, etc., can be heard.

earshot British  
/ ˈɪəˌʃɒt /

noun

  1. the range or distance within which sound may be heard (esp in the phrases within earshot, out of earshot )

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Etymology

Origin of earshot

First recorded in 1600–10; ear 1 + shot 1

Example Sentences

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In accordance with government media regulations, AFP was accompanied by an army officer, who stepped out of earshot during interviews.

From Barron's • Apr. 22, 2026

He stamps his feet, whirls his arms and screams at whichever referee is unlucky enough to be within earshot.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

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

These would be likely to intrigue the soothsayer and lure her out of hiding, if she happened to be in earshot.

From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood

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