Collocation
It sounds like
Used to introduce an impression or inference based on what one has heard or what information is available, suggesting a conclusion about a situation or event.
Definition
'It sounds like' is a common English collocation. Used to introduce an impression or inference based on what one has heard or what information is available, suggesting a conclusion about a situation or event.
It + sounds + like + [situation/description]
“It sounds like you had a really busy day.”
Examples
- It sounds like you need a break after all that work.
- From what you're saying, it sounds like he's having a difficult time.
- It sounds like a great idea; let's go for it!
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- When she called, it sounded like she was in a hurry.
- Based on the report, it sounds like the project is behind schedule.
- He told me he might not make it, so it sounds like we should plan without him.
- If that's the case, it sounds like we have a major problem on our hands.
- It sounded like a good plan at the time, but things changed quickly.
- Listening to the news, it sounds like the weather will be terrible tomorrow.
- It sounds like the concert was a huge success, judging by the applause.
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