He listened intently for any sound.

Meaning: He paid close attention to hear any noise.

Choice of Words: Listened means to pay attention to sounds. Intently means with great attention and focus. Sound is something that you hear.

Alternative Expressions

Related Expressions

• He listened intently for a sound.
• He listened intently to the teacher's words.
• She listened intently to the teacher's explanation.
• The audience listened intently, captivated by her performance.
• Clouds whispered secrets, moon listened intently.
• The team listened intently, hanging on every word.
• The animals in the jungle listened intently.
• Chick listened intently.
• She listened intently to the story.
• He listened intently, absorbing the information.