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will overhear

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From time to time he will overhear his sons discussing new directors they love; artists who seem to share the same bold and freewheeling style.

From The Guardian Jul. 17, 2020

If you go to a bar in New York during cuffing season, you will overhear long discussions about if “I should say ‘hi’ back?”

From The Guardian Oct. 2, 2016

I don’t like to talk on the phone in public and when a friend speaks too loudly in a cafe I am nervous that someone will overhear our conversation.

From Salon May 18, 2012

Although many people openly voice criticism of Iran’s leaders, there is always the fear that someone will overhear.

From Washington Post Nov. 12, 2011

Now I’m full-on blushing, afraid Kareem, or worse, his mother, will overhear.

From "Love, Hate & Other Filters" by Samira Ahmed