hear of

Idioms  

1. Be informed about, as in I'd never heard of that jazz singer before, but she was very good. [Late 1500s] Also see not have it (hear of it).

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Example Sentences

It's always heartbreaking to hear of any closures of diving pools.

From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026

“Of course, I had heard of her — it’s hard not to hear of that name,” he says.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 19, 2026

"All at Y Muni are saddened to hear of the passing of Phil Campbell," the arts centre said.

From BBC • Mar. 14, 2026

She knew it was likely a matter of time before she’d hear of a baby in need.

From Salon • Feb. 4, 2026

He kindly volunteered to give up his ticket, but Grandpa Izzy and Margaret would not hear of it.

From "The View From Saturday" by E.L. Konigsburg