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to listen in
[phrase form: listen]
01
to secretly listen to a conversation without the knowledge or consent of the participants
Intransitive
Transitive: to listen in on a conversation
Examples
The gossip columnist listened in on the phone conversation, hoping to scoop the latest news.
02
to listen to a conversation or communication without participating
Intransitive
Transitive: to listen in on a conversation
Examples
The teacher listened in on the students' conversation, making sure they were staying on topic.
03
to listen to a radio program
Transitive: to listen in to a radio program
Intransitive
Examples
The radio station is having a special promotion, so listen in to win a prize!
