Overhear and Refuse

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Overhear verb - To listen to (another in private conversation).

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Refuse is an antonym for overhear in hear and pay attention topic.

Nearby Word: overhearing

Refuse verb - To be unwilling to grant.

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Overhear is an antonym for refuse.

Nearby Words: refused, refusal, refusing, refuser

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