sharp ear
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A good ability to recognize and appreciate sounds, especially in music or language.
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- His sharp ears had picked up the uncertainty in her voice.
- As a musician, you need a sharp ear for pitch and rhythm.
- The sound engineer's sharp ear is crucial for mixing the album perfectly.
- The hunter's sharp ears detected the faint rustle of leaves in the distance.
- With enough practice, she will develop a sharp ear for different dialects.
- Having sharp ears helps a mechanic diagnose engine problems just by listening.
- The editor is known for having a sharp ear for awkward dialogue.
- If I had a sharp ear like his, I could tune my own piano.
- It takes a sharp ear to distinguish between the calls of those two bird species.
- Even as a child, Mozart had a remarkably sharp ear for music.