Along with trying to listen, he kept an eye on his father.

As they moved along, the boy tried to listen to his heart.

She tried to listen to his words but could not.

I stopped short of the door and tried to listen.

You could just close your eyes and try not to listen.

I tried to listen, but they were too far away.

This is because they are trying to listen to God.

I've used what he said in my work, trying to listen.

He tried to listen for any sound from behind him, but could hear nothing.

You can try not to listen, but you'll have to hear what I say.