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as in interpretation
a presentation of an artistic work (as a piece of music) from a particular point of view
a very bizarre reading of one of Shakespeare's greatest tragedies by an alternative theater company
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as in scanning
to go over and mentally take in the content of
he always reads the newspaper in the morning as he eats breakfast
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as in predicting
to tell of or describe beforehand
the psychic claimed to be able to read his future
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Recent Examples of reading
Greg Evans, Deadline, 19 Mar. 2025
Consumer sentiment dropped nearly 11% in March, according to preliminary readings from the University of Michigan’s continual survey.
—Megan Poinski, Forbes, 18 Mar. 2025
Craig Nakano, Los Angeles Times, 30 Dec. 2024
Continue reading … PASTOR COREY BROOKS – The only way to truly feel the Christmas spirit.
—Fox News, 24 Dec. 2024
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Noun
In fact, there was a reading in 2022 with a female company.
—Greg Evans, Deadline, 19 Mar. 2025
Consumer sentiment dropped nearly 11% in March, according to preliminary readings from the University of Michigan’s continual survey.
—Megan Poinski, Forbes, 18 Mar. 2025
Verb
What our subscribers were reading Our reader metrics measure engagement with articles beyond click counts.
—Craig Nakano, Los Angeles Times, 30 Dec. 2024
Continue reading … PASTOR COREY BROOKS – The only way to truly feel the Christmas spirit.
—Fox News, 24 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for reading
Noun
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Legal experts also viewed its interpretation of Title IX as problematic.—
Jennifer Smith Richards,
ProPublica,
11 Mar. 2025
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However, traditional imaging methods have limitations, including interpretation errors, lengthy analysis times and restricted integration with other clinical data.—
Paul Kovalenko,
Forbes,
11 Mar. 2025
Noun
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The world is likely to never see Ezra Edelman’s multi-part Prince documentary after the artist’s estate killed it, but Questlove is still pondering its lessons.—
Brian Hiatt,
Rolling Stone,
16 Mar. 2025
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The bundle also includes comprehensive lessons on other Microsoft Office apps like Word, PowerPoint, and Access, covering both basic interfaces and advanced features.—
Gene Marks,
Forbes,
16 Mar. 2025
Verb
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This simulation helps in predicting potential impacts and unforeseen outcomes that may arise from format adjustments.—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
28 Dec. 2024
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Speaking to Entertainment Tonight, the 36-year-old reality star (whose real name is Angela White) shared her confidence in her 8-year-old daughter's future, predicting that Dream will follow in her family's footsteps and become a businesswoman and a leader.—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
27 Dec. 2024
Noun
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The Ultra version of the Studio is still about two pounds heavier (8 pounds, up from 6.1) than the Max version because of its heatsink, which uses heavier but more-conductive copper instead of aluminum.—
Ars Technica,
Ars Technica,
11 Mar. 2025
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The film’s version of events begins with a vicious struggle for the reins of the titular kerskoor, dividing the town into no-go zones as opposing families split into enemy camps.—
Christopher Vourlias,
Variety,
11 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Fort Worth Star-Telegram Lillie Davidson is a general assignment reporter for the Fort Worth Star-Telegram and a TCU student studying journalism (Go Frogs!).—
Lillie Davidson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 Mar. 2025
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To make room for Maton on their 40-man roster, the Cardinals designated pitcher Bailey Horn for assignment.—
Raja Krishnamoorthi,
Newsweek,
13 Mar. 2025
Verb
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If you’re stuck, try perusing your photos, texts, emails, or calendar to jog your memory.—
Julia Ries,
SELF,
27 Dec. 2024
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Tie up the boat and spend the day perusing the surrounding shops, swimming off the dock and from a small, sandy beachfront, and lounging in beach chairs before digging into a new happy hour menu at sunset.—
Carley Rojas Avila,
Travel + Leisure,
22 Dec. 2024
Noun
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The teenager’s strong Burnley accent meant his rendition made a lasting impression.—
Richard Sutcliffe,
The Athletic,
14 Mar. 2025
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Duterte’s arrest and rendition, for want of a better word, to the Netherlands appears to have taken place with the cooperation of the Philippine government.—
Lisandro Claudio,
The Conversation,
12 Mar. 2025
Noun
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This means doing your homework and setting yourself up to be successful.—
Stephanie McNeal,
Glamour,
7 Mar. 2025
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However, there's no substitute for doing your own homework.—
Chris Novak,
Forbes,
7 Mar. 2025
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“Reading.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reading. Accessed 25 Mar. 2025.
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