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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