listen for

phrase

: to pay attention to sounds in order to hear (something expected)

We listened for (the sound of) his footsteps.

We saw lightning and listened for the thunder.

Examples of listen for in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Great leaders can listen for and ask the right questions to distinguish these uniquely human undercurrents. — David Farbman, Forbes.com, 1 Oct. 2026

Devices can now detect falls, listen for changes in routine and alert a family member when something seems wrong, all without a caregiver being physically present. — Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 29 Sep. 2026

Investors should listen for management’s fiscal 2027 outlook, including its expectations for HBM, DRAM and NAND demand, supply growth and pricing. — Isabella Gao, CNBC, 29 Sep. 2026

Run the fan at low, medium, and high speeds and listen for changes. — Tricia Goss, Southern Living, 28 Sep. 2026

Rhymes for listen for

• albacore
• alongshore
• antiwar
• anymore
• carnivore
• commodore
• dinosaur
• evermore
• furthermore
• guarantor
• herbivore
• heretofore