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OVERHEARING

(verb, noun)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Overhearing.

Overhearing - as a verb

Hear, usually without the knowledge of the speakers

Example: "We overheard the conversation at the next table"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
catch

Overhearing - as a noun

The act by which something is overheard.

Example Sentences

"I was overhearing their conversation while standing in line."
"She couldn't help overhearing their argument in the next room."
"He often enjoys overhearing other people's conversations on the bus."
"I accidentally ended up overhearing some sensitive information."
"We were all overhearing his loud phone conversation at the restaurant."
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Word Game Points

Is OVERHEARING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, overhearing is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

OVERHEARING has a SCRABBLE points total of 18.

Is OVERHEARING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, overhearing is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
OVERHEARING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 20.

Is OVERHEARING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, overhearing is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
OVERHEARING has a WORDFEUD points total of 19.

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