as in outlined
to make into a short statement of the main points (as of a report)
the closing minute of the newscast summarizes the main story of the day
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Recent Examples of summarized
The radio call-in format dates back to the 1950s, although in some of the first shows to feature listener calls, the calls were recorded for later broadcast, or the hosts summarized them to avoid objectionable content being aired.
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Encyclopedia Britannica, 13 May 2026
Here’s the five-day forecast for Broward and Palm Beach counties, summarized by AI based on information from the National Weather Service.
—Bill Kearney, Sun Sentinel, 11 May 2026
The Vatican working group report summarized the work of experts studying controversial topics that emerged after Francis’ yearslong reform effort.
—ABC News, 9 May 2026
The effect is strongest when caffeine is consumed in the afternoon or evening, according to research summarized in the 2018 National Library of Medicine review.
—Samantha Agate, Sacbee.com, 5 May 2026
Celebrated author Curtis Sittenfeld neatly and maybe unintentionally summarized the discourse in the first paragraph of her New York Times review of Melissa Bank’s novel The Wonder Spot, published in 2005.
—Hillary Busis, Vanity Fair, 4 May 2026
Stories are summarized in a single sentence accompanied by a link for those seeking more information.
—Joel Feder, The Drive, 30 Apr. 2026
The Charlotte Hornets’ president of basketball operations summarized the team’s plight in the 2025-26 season, which ended with a thud in Friday night’s play-in tournament loss to the Orlando Magic, and looked forward to the next task.
—Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 21 Apr. 2026
In a news release, the UTLA summarized the tentative deal.
—Austin Turner, CBS News, 12 Apr. 2026
Encyclopedia Britannica, 13 May 2026
Here’s the five-day forecast for Broward and Palm Beach counties, summarized by AI based on information from the National Weather Service.
—Bill Kearney, Sun Sentinel, 11 May 2026
The Vatican working group report summarized the work of experts studying controversial topics that emerged after Francis’ yearslong reform effort.
—ABC News, 9 May 2026
The effect is strongest when caffeine is consumed in the afternoon or evening, according to research summarized in the 2018 National Library of Medicine review.
—Samantha Agate, Sacbee.com, 5 May 2026
Celebrated author Curtis Sittenfeld neatly and maybe unintentionally summarized the discourse in the first paragraph of her New York Times review of Melissa Bank’s novel The Wonder Spot, published in 2005.
—Hillary Busis, Vanity Fair, 4 May 2026
Stories are summarized in a single sentence accompanied by a link for those seeking more information.
—Joel Feder, The Drive, 30 Apr. 2026
The Charlotte Hornets’ president of basketball operations summarized the team’s plight in the 2025-26 season, which ended with a thud in Friday night’s play-in tournament loss to the Orlando Magic, and looked forward to the next task.
—Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 21 Apr. 2026
In a news release, the UTLA summarized the tentative deal.
—Austin Turner, CBS News, 12 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for summarized
Verb
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Chief executive officer of Kering Luca de Meo outlined a plan for the Italian luxury label’s next chapter during the group’s Capital Markets Day in Florence.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
18 May 2026
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The Times outlined that their rental agreement covers the main house plus two cottages on the grounds, which are used by staff.—
Janine Henni,
PEOPLE,
18 May 2026
Verb
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Some exits are digested better than others.—
Eric Stephens,
New York Times,
15 May 2026
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That tract can contain grit or partially digested food, which can affect the taste and texture of your dish.—
Katie Rosenhouse,
Southern Living,
8 May 2026
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“Summarized.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/summarized. Accessed 21 May. 2026.
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