Synonyms for

Earshot

Verb / ˈɪˌrʃɑ:t / / ˈi:ˌrʃɑ:t / Another word for earshot — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

the distance within which a sound produced by an unamplified human voice can be heard

Synonyms & similar words

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Example sentences

  1. I can't hear the TV from here because it's out of earshot.
  2. The teacher is speaking in earshot of the students.
  3. He spoke in a whisper so that no one outside of earshot could hear him.
  4. I'm trying to listen to the birds, but they're not within earshot.
  5. The music was too loud, so I had to move out of earshot.

Quotes

  • "I have you in my earshot every night," said Mr. Boffin, turning his chair half round towards the Secretary.
  • "A man's own earshot is not a very great distance," said the spy, still keeping his eye upon the light through his glass.
  • "I'll try to stay within earshot," said the Patchwork Girl.

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