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listening
  • present participle of listen.

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But ever since March, his listening data “shows a sharp and measurable decline in counted streams, despite continued listener activity,” as detailed in the complaint.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

After listening to their latest album, “Vol.II,” you might find yourself wanting to do the same.

From Salon • Jun. 5, 2026

By joining, not only will you unlock weekly bonus episodes of Amicus—including emergency episodes during Opinionpalooza—you’ll also access ad-free listening across all your favorite Slate podcasts.

From Slate • Jun. 3, 2026

I’m not listening to the scary music—you are.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

Karly’s turned back to her phone anyway and isn’t even listening.

From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler