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Discover LudwigThe phrase "sharp ear" is grammatically correct and can be used in written English.
It refers to someone who has a keen ability to hear and discern sounds. Example: "The detective relied on his sharp ear to pick up on the subtle clues in the recording."
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He possessed a sharp ear for torch songs and jazz.
Her works combine humour and psychological acuity with a sharp ear for regional speech patterns.
As a journalist, Harry was wry, charming, and proficient, with a sharp ear for a story.
Mr. Kuhnel has a particularly sharp ear for music and structure.
Herbie Hancock: he always had a sharp ear for a pop hook.
James Salter clearly has a sharp ear and a fine eye.
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One can only hope that these connections are indicative merely of a cloth-eared speechwriter, rather than of a dog-whistle aimed at the sharp ears of the racists who are already walking tall in Brexit Britain.
Robin Blitch Wiper is first rate as Vixen Sharp Ears.
They hang on to each other's words, with sharp ears and twinkling eyes.
But nothing said or even whispered in the shop escaped his sharp ears.
She admired the Prommers for their sharp ears and sensible shoes.
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