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as in retrospects
a usually critical look at a past event
a review of yesterday's football game gave us a lot of good ideas on how to improve for the next one
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as in inspections
a close look at or over someone or something in order to judge condition
took the car to her mechanic for a complete mechanical review before she decided to sell it
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as in books
a publication that appears at regular intervals
had his poetry published in a literary review
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as in critiques
an essay evaluating or analyzing something
a harsh movie review of an expected summer blockbuster
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as in alterations
the act, process, or result of making different
the company decided that the 100-year-old office building could use a review
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as in revisits
to consider again especially with the possibility of change or reversal
since we can't follow that plan, we'll have to review our options and decide on something else
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as in surveys
to look over closely (as for judging quality or condition)
a consultant was brought in to review our security procedures
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Recent Examples of reviews
Hanna Wickes, Sacbee.com, 14 May 2026
Want to stay up to date on IndieWire’s film reviews and critical thoughts?
—Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 14 May 2026
Shipments resumed in January of 2024, but kept getting interrupted by a series of reviews by China regulators.
—Shawn Tully, Fortune, 14 May 2026
For more on what's involved in our reporting, check out our complete reviews process and methodology page.
—Kara Nesvig, Allure, 14 May 2026
The rankings are based on verified diner reviews submitted through the platform.
—Evan Moore
may 14, Charlotte Observer, 14 May 2026
Finally, conduct routine internal reviews, and explore structural and procedural changes accordingly.
—Eleanor Dearman, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 May 2026
But most of that money has yet to be released, waiting for various agency reviews and approvals.
—Susanne Rust
follow, Los Angeles Times, 7 May 2026
Regulatory reviews for Moderna's flu shot are also underway in the EU, Canada and Australia.
—Sneha S K, USA Today, 7 May 2026
Encyclopedia Britannica, 21 May 2026
The captain inspects the engines, confirms navigation systems are functioning, reviews the weather and ensures the crew is ready.
—David Pennino, Forbes.com, 18 May 2026
Justin Chang reviews standout new works by James Gray, Paweł Pawlikowski, and Ryûsuke Hamaguchi.
—David Remnick, New Yorker, 18 May 2026
The Corrections Department reviews the inmates’ eligibility, coordinates with their case managers and submits the plans to the Corrections Department’s population office.
—Corky Siemaszko, NBC news, 13 May 2026
Police officials said Tuesday that the anti-gang unit would be temporarily disbanded while the department reviews the matter.
—Richard Winton, Los Angeles Times, 12 May 2026
There’s also the multi-state litigation against Nexstar-Tegna, which has stymied the integration of the two local TV station groups as the court reviews the claims that the tie-up is anticompetitive.
—Todd Spangler, Variety, 8 May 2026
The stay is in place until next week while the high court reviews emergency appeals.
—Jen Christensen, CNN Money, 8 May 2026
The commission reviews any major change to the outside of historic buildings.
—Taylor O'Connor, Kansas City Star, 7 May 2026
Noun
Safety depends heavily on choosing the right doctor, understanding credentials and researching reviews and recommendations before booking treatment abroad.
—Hanna Wickes, Sacbee.com, 14 May 2026
Want to stay up to date on IndieWire’s film reviews and critical thoughts?
—Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 14 May 2026
Shipments resumed in January of 2024, but kept getting interrupted by a series of reviews by China regulators.
—Shawn Tully, Fortune, 14 May 2026
For more on what's involved in our reporting, check out our complete reviews process and methodology page.
—Kara Nesvig, Allure, 14 May 2026
The rankings are based on verified diner reviews submitted through the platform.
—Evan Moore
may 14, Charlotte Observer, 14 May 2026
Finally, conduct routine internal reviews, and explore structural and procedural changes accordingly.
—Eleanor Dearman, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 May 2026
But most of that money has yet to be released, waiting for various agency reviews and approvals.
—Susanne Rust
follow, Los Angeles Times, 7 May 2026
Regulatory reviews for Moderna's flu shot are also underway in the EU, Canada and Australia.
—Sneha S K, USA Today, 7 May 2026
Verb
This entry reviews the history of magazines and the rise of the magazine industry, primarily in the United States.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 21 May 2026
The captain inspects the engines, confirms navigation systems are functioning, reviews the weather and ensures the crew is ready.
—David Pennino, Forbes.com, 18 May 2026
Justin Chang reviews standout new works by James Gray, Paweł Pawlikowski, and Ryûsuke Hamaguchi.
—David Remnick, New Yorker, 18 May 2026
The Corrections Department reviews the inmates’ eligibility, coordinates with their case managers and submits the plans to the Corrections Department’s population office.
—Corky Siemaszko, NBC news, 13 May 2026
Police officials said Tuesday that the anti-gang unit would be temporarily disbanded while the department reviews the matter.
—Richard Winton, Los Angeles Times, 12 May 2026
There’s also the multi-state litigation against Nexstar-Tegna, which has stymied the integration of the two local TV station groups as the court reviews the claims that the tie-up is anticompetitive.
—Todd Spangler, Variety, 8 May 2026
The stay is in place until next week while the high court reviews emergency appeals.
—Jen Christensen, CNN Money, 8 May 2026
The commission reviews any major change to the outside of historic buildings.
—Taylor O'Connor, Kansas City Star, 7 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reviews
Noun
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The best termite prevention methods are moisture control, removal of debris and firewood near the home, and regular inspections for activity.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
The Spruce,
14 May 2026
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State compliance data shows the center had no citations on its last two inspections on March 20 and April 17.—
Lina Ruiz
May 14,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 May 2026
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Part hopeful family drama, part epic survival tale, and part origin story of the American West, this fresh adaptation of Laura Ingalls Wilder’s iconic semi-autobiographical Little House books offers a kaleidoscopic view of the struggles and triumphs of those who shaped the frontier.—
Kate Erbland,
IndieWire,
14 May 2026
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Throughout the day, the museum shop highlights books and materials connected to Opal Lee’s life and work, adding another layer to the celebration.—
Shelby Stewart,
Essence,
14 May 2026
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Lowry was not the lone player who offered critiques of the course setup, but his were by far and away the most outlandish.—
Mark Harris OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
18 May 2026
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Roberts dives into the finale, addresses some critiques that have been made of season 8, and shares which scene that was filmed in season 1 and season 8, holds a special place for Balfe, Heughan, Davis and him.—
Reshma Gopaldas,
IndieWire,
17 May 2026
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The roster changed, too, with most of the alterations on the defensive side to try to improve the pass rush and overhaul the linebacking corps, and with first-round draft pick Sonny Styles now serving as the group’s new quarterback.—
Nicki Jhabvala,
New York Times,
15 May 2026
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Smith said her daughter has been coming to the location every month since January to get alterations on her prom dress.—
Marissa Sulek,
CBS News,
14 May 2026
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Framed in part around the grandparents of iconic Losers’ Club member Mike Hanlon, and his obsessive research into Derry’s violent past, the edgy and imaginative series revisits multiple incidents from the town’s history.—
Alison Foreman,
IndieWire,
19 May 2026
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As the night unfolds, the party crowd revisits past loves, secrets, and lost dreams.—
Georg Szalai,
HollywoodReporter,
14 May 2026
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The Fed surveys a broad range of market contacts each spring and fall, and the Spring 2026 results paint a picture of a market grappling with an unusually wide range of tail risks.—
Mayra Rodriguez Valladares,
Forbes.com,
9 May 2026
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Donaldson, who has popped by to film a check-in with the contestants, surveys the chaos.—
Sean Gregory,
Time,
6 May 2026
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The Next Level Apparel partner also contends that ongoing testing programs are more effective at catching substitution risks as supply chains shift over time, particularly compared with periodic audits or one-time reviews.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Footwear News,
14 May 2026
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The incumbent has conducted fewer than 50 audits and reports during his tenure, which compares to more than 200 reports and audits conducted during his predecessor’s first term.—
Teresa Liu,
Daily News,
4 May 2026
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Science communication still relies on media channels such as newspapers, periodicals, radio, and television.—
Prodromos Yannas,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
14 May 2026
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The gala’s funds support acquisitions of garments and accessories, but also the institute’s reference library, which holds over 800 periodicals and 1,500 designer files pertaining to the history of fashion and clothing, dating back to the sixteenth century.—
Rachel Tashjian,
CNN Money,
1 May 2026
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