overhear
verb (used with object)
to hear (speech or a speaker) without the speaker's intention or knowledge.
had overheard
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past perfectof overhear.past perfect
Used to express a completed action that took place before another specific past action occurred.
Example Sentences
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She only learned about the reintroduction plan after asking rangers about discussions she had overheard.
From Barron's ● Jul. 8, 2026
After their first breakup, Remi had overheard one of Margery’s friends telling her Remi was bad news.
From Slate ● Jan. 27, 2024
They had overheard my concern, and not only went out of their way to be helpful, but drove me right to my house!
From Seattle Times ● Feb. 5, 2023
All that moved her were the screams and cries of her two teenage sons, who had overheard the terrible news.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 12, 2022
She had overheard when Mom had approached Grandpa Sorenson about letting the kids stay with him.
From "Fablehaven" by Brandon Mull
