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Updated June 2026
Present participle of listen; the act of giving attention to sound or actively trying to hear something. It involves concentrating on auditory information and processing its meaning.
“Active listening skills are essential for effective communication and understanding others.”
Contains two 'I's and 'LISTEN' root; ends with '-ing' gerund form
Worth 10 points; useful for common letter deployment and communication terms
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