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Discover LudwigThe phrase "for a listen" is correct and commonly used in written English.
It is typically used when referring to someone listening to something, such as music or a speech. For example: - "I highly recommend this new album. Give it a listen and let me know what you think." - "The speaker's voice was so captivating that the audience couldn't help but stop and stay for a listen." - "I'm going to play this song for a listen and see if it's worth adding to my playlist."
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This month, Elvis Costello dropped by for a listen.
Here are five new albums that they enjoyed, and that you might want to consider for a listen this week.
This news astounded Bobby Sr., who dug the master tapes out of storage last May for the first time in three decades and sat down with Dannis for a listen.
Such albums were hard to find and, if you had one, word would get out and every hip kid in the area would be knocking on your door for a listen.
(For a listen to a couple of the many possible Ms. Clarksons, check out "The Smoakstack Sessions," an EP released this week that includes acoustic versions of some of the "Stronger" songs, along with a too tepid version of Bonnie Raitt's "I Can't Make You Love Me").
Pop through for a listen.
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We met every week for a listening session and that alone for me was pure joy.
Have a listen for yourself below.
Have a listen for yourself… Sounds like faggots, yes?
You can have a listen for yourself here.
That makes for a fascinating listen — and a better read.
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