She tried to eavesdrop on their conversation from across the room.
eavesdrop in
Frequency:
65
%
He was caught eavesdropping in the hallway.
eavesdrop discreetly
Frequency:
60
%
He tried to eavesdrop discreetly on the private conversation.
eavesdrop secretly
Frequency:
45
%
She always eavesdrops secretly on her neighbors.
Idiomatic Expressions for eavesdrop
Phrase: eavesdrop on a conversation
Meaning: to listen in on a conversation without the speakers knowing
Usage: I couldn't help but eavesdrop on the heated argument happening next door.