copyedited

verb

past tense of copyedit
as in read

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for copyedited
  1. read
  2. edited
  3. polished
  4. revised
  5. subbed
  6. annotated
  7. perfected
Verb
  • That is a huge example that the writer of the Gospel of Mark read Homer.
    — John Blake, CNN Money, 2 Aug. 2026
  • Alright, read on for some hints and clues for today’s Wordle, plus today’s Bonus Wordle.
    — Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026
Definition of read
Verb
  • The interview, which took place on July 22, has been edited for clarity and length.
    — Morgan Chittum, CNBC, 1 Aug. 2026
  • Here are highlights of the conversation, edited for length and clarity.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 31 July 2026
Definition of edited
Verb
  • This matching set from Amazon does exactly that, featuring a flattering high neckline and breezy cropped pants that are polished enough to wear straight from the airport to your destination.
    — Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 1 Aug. 2026
  • The gentle curves feel whimsical enough for a playroom yet polished enough for the living room.
    — Vy Yang, Architectural Digest, 31 July 2026
Definition of polished
Verb
  • The Conditions Producing The Fourth The post-war framework that underpinned global trade and investment decision making is being revised in real time.
    — Murthy Maddali, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026
  • Regulations could be revised to ramp up solar production, too, and natural gas is back on the table for generating additional capacity.
    — Doug Ross, Chicago Tribune, 26 July 2026
Definition of revised
Verb
  • Kerr subbed on in the 64th minute and nearly scored with her first touches in the game.
    — Tamerra Griffin, New York Times, 21 July 2026
  • Like those battles, some top players are expected to sit or get subbed out over the course of the match.
    — Jacob Feldman, Sportico.com, 18 July 2026
Definition of subbed
Verb
  • Videos of manufacturing procedures can be recorded, annotated and archived by AI.
    — SK Gupta, Forbes.com, 25 June 2026
  • The set includes 25 hours of interviews, documentaries, and behind-the-scenes materials; deluxe packaging with rare photographs and new illustrations, plus artwork and documents annotated by Kubrick himself.
    — Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 22 June 2026
Definition of annotated
Verb
  • Essentially, the Barbault’s Basket, which perfected and peaked over the last two weeks, is adding intensity to the mix.
    — Lisa Stardust, Vogue, 27 July 2026
  • Uncertainty notwithstanding, the longevity world has glommed onto the notion that the vaginal microbiome is some kind of exotic tealeaf that can be deciphered—and perfected by purchasing the right supplements.
    — Sarah DiGregorio, Vanity Fair, 27 July 2026
Definition of perfected
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“Copyedited.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/copyedited. Accessed 4 Aug. 2026.

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