Overhear (Verb)
Meaning
Hear, usually without the knowledge of the speakers; "We overheard the conversation at the next table".
Classification
Verbs of seeing, hearing, feeling.
Examples
- While studying in the library, I overheard fellow students discussing their plans for the upcoming semester.
- My mom overheard me talking to my sister about getting her a surprise birthday gift.
- At the restaurant, we overheard the couple at the next table arguing about their financial issues.
- I overheard my coworkers discussing the company's decision to downsize and it made me worried about my job.
- She overheard the plot of the new movie from her friends and was excited to watch it.