eavesdrop in a sentence
v. i.
Definition
Eavesdrop: to secretly listen to a conversation without the speakers' knowledge.
Sample Sentences
- She tried to eavesdrop on their conversation, but they were speaking too softly.
- It's rude to eavesdrop on someone else's private discussions, even if you're curious.
- He caught her eavesdropping and gave her a playful smile, knowing she couldn't resist.
- The detective decided to eavesdrop from a distance to gather more information about the suspect.
- Eavesdropping can lead to misunderstandings if you misinterpret what you overhear.
- She decided to eavesdrop on the conversation between her colleagues to gather some intel for the project.
- It’s rude to eavesdrop on people, especially when they think they’re in a private discussion.
- He accidentally eavesdropped on his parents talking about a surprise party they were planning for him.
- The detective had to eavesdrop on the suspect’s phone calls to gather crucial evidence for the case.
- In the quiet library, it was nearly impossible not to eavesdrop on the heated debate happening at the next table.
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