Example Sentences

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As the strikes surge, air sirens go off frequently, but not everyone heeds them.

From BBC • Jan. 16, 2026

She heeds this warning, starting to realize that this boyfriend might not bring her freedom but deadweight, as much as she tries to help him help himself.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 5, 2025

“We hope their membership heeds their own call to action. High prices keep consumers out of the legal market and keep tax revenue low,” commission Executive Director Jeff Brown said.

From Washington Times • Sep. 6, 2023

Which he eventually heeds – but does more than just that.

From Salon • Sep. 1, 2023

"This wolf king heeds your counsel, does he?"

From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin