secretly listening to a conversation is called ________?
- A. Eavesdrop
- B. Overhearing
- C. Pigeonholing
- D. Spying
Explanation
To eavesdrop means to listen secretly to a private conversation. Overhearing may happen accidentally, while spying is a broader act of secretly observing or gathering information.
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