The act of secretly listening/watching/surveying someone is called 'surveillance'. If you are listening in on a private conversation, it could be said that you are keeping a surveillance over them.
However, there is another word for listening in on a conversation you are not a part of - and that is eavesdropping. It means to hang nearby and listen in without them being aware of you presence.
The act of secretly listening to or reading a private communication is called eavesdropping.
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Eavesdropping or Surveillance.
listening in to a conversation without participating in it. 73-Chris/N3GAD
When justices are not listening to arguments, they are (1) reading written arguments about cases and (2) holding private meetings to decide the meaning of the law.
When justices are not listening to arguments, they are (1) reading written arguments about cases and (2) holding private meetings to decide the meaning of the law.
When justices are not listening to arguments, they are (1) reading written arguments about cases and (2) holding private meetings to decide the meaning of the law.
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The effectiveness of listening vs reading can depend on the individual's learning style. Some people may retain information better through listening, while others may find reading to be more effective. Both are valuable ways to absorb information depending on the context and personal preferences.
have a conversation with the text
have a conversation with the text
have a conversation with the text