100 Examples of sentences containing the verb "listen for"

Definition

Listen for is a phrasal verb that means to pay attention to sounds or noises with the intent of hearing something specific, often in anticipation of a particular signal or message.

Synonyms

• Hear for
• Pay attention to
• Tune in to
• Watch for
• Be on the lookout for

Antonyms

• Ignore
• Overlook
• Disregard
• Tune out
• Block out

Examples

1. Please listen for the bell that will signal the end of the class.
2. I always listen for my dog’s barking when he’s outside.
3. She wants to listen for any updates on the weather before heading out.
4. Can you listen for my name being called at the event?
5. He needs to listen for the train’s arrival time.
6. We should listen for the sound of the ice cream truck.
7. The teacher asked us to listen for important instructions during the test.
8. I usually listen for the news while I’m having breakfast.
9. Make sure to listen for any changes in the schedule.
10. They plan to listen for any feedback from the audience after the presentation.
11. I’ll listen for your call when you arrive at the airport.
12. The coach told the players to listen for the whistle to start the game.
13. She always listens for the sound of her cat's collar.
14. You should listen for the sound of thunder during a storm.
15. He will listen for the notification sound on his phone.
16. During the meeting, remember to listen for key points.
17. I like to listen for the birds singing in the morning.
18. Please listen for any announcements at the train station.
19. He will listen for the sound of the door opening.
20. Always listen for traffic before crossing the street.
21. I listen for the music to start the dance.
22. The children were told to listen for the story's climax.
23. She often listens for her favorite songs on the radio.
24. He needs to listen for the cues from his teammates.
25. I try to listen for the sound of my keys when I misplace them.
26. Please listen for the sound of laughter; that’s where we’ll be.
27. At the concert, we all listened for the first note to begin.
28. The detective had to listen for any suspicious noises.
29. I always listen for my alarm in the morning.
30. They were asked to listen for the sound of the waves crashing.
31. He will listen for the click of the camera.
32. I listen for the sound of my favorite podcast every week.
33. Make sure to listen for the sound of the clock striking noon.
34. She was eager to listen for the results of the competition.
35. I often listen for the sound of the kettle boiling.
36. He said he would listen for the instructions carefully.
37. Please listen for the opening of the presentation.
38. I always listen for the doorbell when expecting guests.
39. The teacher instructed us to listen for important vocabulary words.
40. I try to listen for the sounds of nature while hiking.
41. She loves to listen for the sounds of the city at night.
42. The children were told to listen for the teacher's signal.
43. He needs to listen for the wind to decide when to fly his kite.
44. I often listen for the sound of the ice cracking on the lake.
45. Please listen for announcements regarding the flight status.
46. I always listen for the sound of my neighbor’s lawnmower.
47. The audience was told to listen for the musical cues.
48. He will listen for the sound of the engine starting.
49. I’ll listen for the sound of your footsteps.
50. They were instructed to listen for the sound of the bell.
51. Make sure to listen for any changes in tone during the lecture.
52. I try to listen for my favorite moments in the movie.
53. The guide told us to listen for the birds’ calls in the forest.
54. She needed to listen for the sound of the door unlocking.
55. I always listen for the ice cream truck during summer.
56. He will listen for any loud noises outside.
57. Please listen for the sound of the piano when I start playing.
58. I like to listen for the sound of my kids playing outside.
59. The participants were told to listen for instructions before starting.
60. I often listen for the sound of rain on the roof.
61. She was excited to listen for the first notes of the song.
62. He needs to listen for the sound of waves while surfing.
63. I will listen for your voice when you call.
64. The audience was asked to listen for the performer’s cue.
65. I always listen for the sound of children laughing.
66. Make sure to listen for the sound of the match striking.
67. He likes to listen for the sound of the train coming.
68. I try to listen for the sound of my favorite bird.
69. The coach said to listen for the referee’s whistle.
70. She will listen for any signs of trouble.
71. I always listen for the sound of the wind chimes.
72. Please listen for the countdown before the event starts.
73. He was told to listen for the sound of the siren.
74. I often listen for the sound of my heartbeat in silence.
75. The teacher reminded us to listen for important dates.
76. They were eager to listen for the announcement of the winners.
77. I like to listen for the sound of the leaves rustling.
78. Make sure to listen for the sound of the bus arriving.
79. She needed to listen for the sound of the clock ticking.
80. I will listen for the door when the package arrives.
81. The guide told us to listen for the echo in the canyon.
82. I always listen for the sound of laughter during family gatherings.
83. He had to listen for the sound of the phone ringing.
84. Please listen for the sound of applause after the performance.
85. She was excited to listen for the next big hit on the radio.
86. I often listen for the sound of the leaves crunching underfoot.
87. The coach told the players to listen for the game strategy.
88. I like to listen for the sound of the ocean waves.
89. Make sure to listen for the opening of the movie.
90. He was told to listen for the sound of footsteps behind him.
91. I try to listen for the sound of the thunderstorm.
92. The teacher reminded us to listen for the quiet moments in the music.
93. I will listen for your arrival when you get home.
94. They were told to listen for the sound of the clock chiming.
95. Please listen for the sound of the fire alarm.
96. She was excited to listen for the new album release.
97. I always listen for the sound of the refrigerator humming.
98. Make sure to listen for the sound of the engine revving.
99. He likes to listen for the sound of the guitar strumming.
100. I will listen for the sound of the wind blowing through the trees.