Hear from

phrasal verb

To get news or information from someone, usually through a letter, email, or phone call.

I haven't heard from my son for two weeks. I'm starting to get worried.
Visual representation of "hear from" - To get news or information from someone, usually through a letter, email, or phone call.

Often appears as...

  • haven't heard from
  • would like to hear from
phrasal verb

To be reprimanded or criticized by someone, usually in a formal or official context.

After the incident, he definitely heard from his boss.
Visual representation of "hear from" - To be reprimanded or criticized by someone, usually in a formal or official context.

Often appears as...

  • will hear from
  • heard from

Usage tips

Disapproving

phrasal verb

To receive a response or answer from someone.

We sent our application weeks ago, but we still haven't heard from them.
Visual representation of "hear from" - To receive a response or answer from someone.

Often appears as...

  • waiting to hear from
  • wanted to hear from
phrasal verb

To get news or information from someone, usually through a letter, email, or phone call.

I haven't heard from my son for two weeks. I'm starting to get worried.
Visual representation of "hear from" - To get news or information from someone, usually through a letter, email, or phone call.

Often appears as...

  • haven't heard from
  • would like to hear from
phrasal verb

To be reprimanded or criticized by someone, usually in a formal or official context.

After the incident, he definitely heard from his boss.
Visual representation of "hear from" - To be reprimanded or criticized by someone, usually in a formal or official context.

Often appears as...

  • will hear from
  • heard from

Usage tips

Disapproving

phrasal verb

To receive a response or answer from someone.

We sent our application weeks ago, but we still haven't heard from them.
Visual representation of "hear from" - To receive a response or answer from someone.

Often appears as...

  • waiting to hear from
  • wanted to hear from
Definition 1 of 3
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Expectation Gap

Use when someone hasn't contacted you as expected, showing concern or surprise.

Illustration for Expectation Gap
I was sure I'd hear from her after the date, but it's been silent.
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Longing Tone

Implies a desire or hope to receive communication from someone.

Illustration for Longing Tone
I hope to hear from my best friend soon; I miss her chats.
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Duration Mention

Often paired with a time frame, expressing the period of no contact.

Illustration for Duration Mention
It's been months since we've heard from the travel agency.
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