eave
sdrop
Third Person
eavesdrops
Present Participle
eavesdropping
Past Tense
eavesdropped
Past Participle
eavesdropped
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to secretly listen to a conversation without the knowledge or consent of those involved
- The journalist discreetly eavesdropped on the confidential meeting to gather exclusive information.
- As she walked down the hallway, she couldn't help but eavesdrop on the discussion in the adjacent room.
- Kids often eavesdrop on their parents' discussions, trying to understand grown-up matters.
- The spy skillfully eavesdropped on the enemy's plans by blending into the surroundings.
- The siblings would often eavesdrop on each other's phone calls, causing occasional disputes.
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