Phrase guide

hear from

verb · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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verb

Meaning 1

To receive updates or opinions from (someone).

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Examples

  • Have you heard from Kelly?
  • Up next we're going to hear from some victims of this horrendous crime.

Meaning relationships

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Antonyms: none provided

History

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Across languages

Translations

4 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Spanish: oír de — to receive updates or opinions
  • Spanish: oír de parte de — to receive updates or opinions
  • Spanish: tener noticias de — to receive updates or opinions
  • Spanish: tener noticias de parte de — to receive updates or opinions