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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
Literary Hub
july 28, Literary Hub, 28 July 2025
The problem with that more expansive reading is that the Supreme Court didn’t say it.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 27 July 2025
Craig Nakano, Los Angeles Times, 30 Dec. 2024
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—Fox News, 24 Dec. 2024
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Noun
One collection that made a big impact on me was 1962’s Beyond the Blues, edited by Rosey E. Poole, for which an accompanying LP of readings was produced.
—Literary Hub
july 28, Literary Hub, 28 July 2025
The problem with that more expansive reading is that the Supreme Court didn’t say it.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 27 July 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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There is probably truth in both the need story and opportunity story (which is my interpretation of Culbertson’s remarks).—
Bill Conerly,
Forbes.com,
1 Aug. 2025
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The 1971 film adaptation from director Stanley Kubrick is also an artful interpretation of Burgess' nightmare world.—
Robert English,
EW.com,
30 July 2025
Noun
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Three Keys From Astronomer's Response Astronomer's handling of this incident offers three important lessons in modern crisis management: 1.—
Julian Hayes II,
Forbes.com,
26 July 2025
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At least, that’s the lesson that Connor Hubbard, the creator behind the viral vlog account Hubs.life_, is learning right now.—
CT Jones,
Rolling Stone,
26 July 2025
Verb
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The 49ers being the sixth favorite to win the Super Bowl next year seems insane and more based on past success rather than predicting future success.—
Mark Davis,
Newsweek,
16 Mar. 2025
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Analysts estimate that if the full 125% tariff hits without mitigation, iPhones could jump significantly in price—some predicting future models could reach $3,500.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
9 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Two types of apples give this version plenty of flavor.—
Patricia S York,
Southern Living,
2 Aug. 2025
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More versatile than a Jeep, the Humvee offered multiple versions, including one that could hunt and destroy a tank with a missile.—
Tom Vanden Brook,
USA Today,
2 Aug. 2025
Noun
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But is Fitzpatrick giving off excitement about his new NFL assignment?—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
24 July 2025
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One example highlighted by Instructure’s team involves easily extending assignment deadlines for specific student groups, such as athletes, without manually adjusting each assignment.—
Ray Ravaglia,
Forbes.com,
23 July 2025
Verb
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With four distinct seasons, outdoor activities range from fishing, boating, hiking, mountain biking, swimming, perusing farmers markets, and concerts in the summer to skiing, snowboarding, and ice fishing come winter.—
Travel + Leisure Editors,
Travel + Leisure,
11 Mar. 2025
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After perusing the vast assortment of premium shopping—from Burberry to Beams—surrounding the train station, hop in a cab to reach Shishi-Iwa House, your home for the night.—
Brandon Presser,
Vogue,
6 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Each participant will give their rendition of a sasquatch call and, with the help of the audience, Sam will pick a winner.—
Erik S. Hanley,
jsonline.com,
23 July 2025
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Both renditions are out now via Red Hot Organization.—
Walden Green,
Pitchfork,
16 July 2025
Noun
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Reading bedtime stories and helping them with homework are not the only ways to be a great parent.—
Ryan Morik,
FOXNews.com,
31 July 2025
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Marvel’s strategy going forward will likely require as little homework as possible.—
Siddhant Adlakha,
Vulture,
30 July 2025
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“Reading.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reading. Accessed 5 Aug. 2025.
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