Listen out for

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phrasal verb

To pay attention for a particular sound or noise.

Listen out for the doorbell, I am expecting a delivery.
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Often appears as...

  • listen out for the doorbell
  • listen out for any strange noises
Definition 1 of 3
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Active Awareness

Staying actively attentive to hear a specific sound.

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Listen out for the starting whistle during the race.
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Specific Intention

Focusing on one particular sound amid many.

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At the party, listen out for the oven timer so the pizza doesn't burn.
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Background Sounds

Ignoring other noises to detect something specific.

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I'll be in the garden, but listen out for the baby's cry.
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