evesdrop in a sentence
v. i.
📚 Grade Level: Grade 9, Grade 10
Definition
Eavesdrop (verb): to secretly listen to a conversation without the speakers' knowledge.
Sample Sentences
- She tried to eavesdrop on their conversation, hoping to gather some secrets.
- It was wrong of him to eavesdrop, but he couldn't help his curiosity.
- The children were caught eavesdropping on the adults discussing the surprise party.
- Eavesdropping can lead to misunderstandings and broken trust in relationships.
- He felt guilty for eavesdropping but couldn't resist the intrigue of their whispers.