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harkening

/hɑːrˈkɛnɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does harkening mean?

verb

Harkening is the act of listening carefully or paying attention to something, often in a state of anticipation or expectation.

Example

"The crowd harkened to the sound of the approaching storm, their faces filled with a mix of excitement and trepidation."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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