have somebody's ear

have (one's) ear

To have one's interest or attention. That suggestion of yours might just become a reality—I do have the CEO's ear, you know.See also: ear, have

have somebody’s ˈear

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have the ear of somebody

(formal) gain the attention of somebody important in order to influence them or get their help: We’ll have to gain the ear of the Senator to win support for our cause.See also: ear, have