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having or displaying advanced knowledge or education
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Recent Examples of well-read
She’s always been so unbelievably well-read and politically savvy with the most hilarious sense of humor.
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Brande Victorian, The Hollywood Reporter, 20 Mar. 2024
Well-loved and well-read copies of the book populate in countless children’s bedrooms.
—Amy Amatangelo, Los Angeles Times, 16 Nov. 2023
The Record, despite complaints from locals, remains well-read, even as readership dwindles at papers across the country.
—Kevin Draper, BostonGlobe.com, 19 Aug. 2023
Indeed, in my experience as an editor, the best prose stylists are invariably well-read.
—Matthew Continetti, National Review, 12 Aug. 2023
Reading the essays is like attending a concert with a friend who is exceptionally well-read and articulate.
—Terry W. Hartle, The Christian Science Monitor, 22 June 2023
Frank is emotionally intelligent, well-read, and articulate — an intellectual match for Queenie.
—Breanna Bell, Variety, 16 May 2023
The board is well-read, says Edwards. – Don’t contradict your colleagues.
—Lila MacLellan, Fortune, 17 Mar. 2023
Brande Victorian, The Hollywood Reporter, 20 Mar. 2024
Well-loved and well-read copies of the book populate in countless children’s bedrooms.
—Amy Amatangelo, Los Angeles Times, 16 Nov. 2023
The Record, despite complaints from locals, remains well-read, even as readership dwindles at papers across the country.
—Kevin Draper, BostonGlobe.com, 19 Aug. 2023
Indeed, in my experience as an editor, the best prose stylists are invariably well-read.
—Matthew Continetti, National Review, 12 Aug. 2023
Reading the essays is like attending a concert with a friend who is exceptionally well-read and articulate.
—Terry W. Hartle, The Christian Science Monitor, 22 June 2023
Frank is emotionally intelligent, well-read, and articulate — an intellectual match for Queenie.
—Breanna Bell, Variety, 16 May 2023
The board is well-read, says Edwards. – Don’t contradict your colleagues.
—Lila MacLellan, Fortune, 17 Mar. 2023
Recent Examples of Synonyms for well-read
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Jeff Wheeler, a photographer at the Star Tribune, said Doman challenged the stereotype that photographers aren’t very literate through his love of books, and his Scrabble skills.Natasha Delion, Twin Cities, 9 Nov. 2024
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Being digitally literate gives you the ability to critically analyze and understand exactly how these tools work.Sho Dewan, Forbes, 30 Oct. 2024
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The ranks of the unbanked are also falling as the population gets older, and becomes generally more educated — older folks and those with more education are more likely to be banked.Emily Peck, Axios, 19 Nov. 2024
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Surveying some of these stories and making educated moves or trades ahead of their outcomes can be an impactful strategy to augment your dynasty roster.Jeff Haverlack, The Athletic, 18 July 2024
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The scholarly literature provides insight into these inquiries and inspiration for brand strategists who are willing to pursue them.Dr. Marcus Collins, Forbes, 20 Nov. 2024
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All in all, this is a scholarly and fascinating exhibition.The Week UK, theweek, 15 Nov. 2024
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“Well-read.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/well-read. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.
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