listen
verb (used without object)
to give attention with the ear; attend closely for the purpose of hearing; give ear.
is listening
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present progressiveof listen (3rd 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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More crucial than knowing how to use AI tools is listening to what hurdles your company is facing, said James Lewis, president and co-founder of the National Society of High School Scholars.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 9, 2026
In some displays, Siri appeared as a bubble on a desktop, indicating that it is listening and would no longer require the “Hey Siri” prompt to which users are accustomed.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 8, 2026
The leader of the Nepali Congress, Gagan Thapa, believes younger voters are tired of "unholy alliances" and "poor governance" in previous coalitions, and that the party is listening to Gen Z voters.
From BBC ● Mar. 5, 2026
Make no mistake: The Academy is listening, and they want in on the dialogue.
From Salon ● Jan. 23, 2026
She is listening to two other women, who are speaking in a very urgento way.
From "The Unfinished Angel" by Sharon Creech
