If only he could write her a note, so the listener couldn't tell what was happening.

But because there were words, their listeners could not tell whether the vision was true or false.

Aside from word of mouth, listeners could tell that the performance was a great one.

When it is done correctly, the average listener (and even many professionals) cannot tell the difference.

Many listeners told the station of their delight when the service resumed for a second month in September 1996.

In this matter, close listeners can tell how careful he is being.

All these characteristics will influence how (or whether) a listener can accurately tell what direction a sound is coming from.

They also invite listeners to call in and tell them the results of the patting.

I probably did go too crazy, but I think the listener could tell what was going on without any problem.

Don Imus is neither, as any regular listener of his show will tell you.