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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“User sighs at 9:15 p.m. AI is listening from a smart home device and logs it.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 14, 2026
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
Vanessa Coolidge, 40, said she’s worried about osprey nests that would need to be relocated for the work, but doesn’t believe anyone is listening.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 9, 2026
Make no mistake: The Academy is listening, and they want in on the dialogue.
From Salon ● Jan. 23, 2026
I whip my head around to see if anyone is listening.
From "Amina's Song" by Hena Khan
