Hanging on every word and Paying attention

Paying attention and hanging on every word are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Paying attention" instead an adjective phrase "Hanging on every word".

Paying attention adjective - Taking heed; giving close and thoughtful attention.

Hanging on every word and paying attention are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Hanging on every word" instead an adjective phrase "Paying attention".