speed-read

verb

Definition of speed-readnext
as in to read

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for speed-read
  1. read
  2. skim
  3. scan
  4. peruse
  5. browse
Verb
  • Click here to read more on how new laws are impacting Louisiana.
    Lucia Suarez Sang, CBS News, 2 Nov. 2024
  • There’s plenty of space to spread out, from the sunroom and living area to the gorgeous outdoor areas equipped with plenty of seating for afternoon reads and aperitivo hour.
    Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 2 Nov. 2024
Definition of read
Verb
  • Great shopping, luxury hotels, and proximity to beaches and parks only add to Savannah’s allure — and that’s barely skimming the surface of this quintessential southern city.
    Karen Norian, Travel + Leisure, 30 Oct. 2024
  • The two-part title story tells of a husband and wife who fled Mexico after the husband made a fortune by skimming from his job in the public works department.
    Mary Ann Grossmann, Twin Cities, 10 Nov. 2024
Definition of skim
Verb
  • Because most industries comply with various regulatory frameworks with robust requirements for protecting data; scanning naturally improves this compliance.
    Adrian Bridgwater, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
  • Then Cooke and others scanned and analyzed the bone.
    Paul Smaglik, Discover Magazine, 4 Nov. 2024
Definition of scan
Verb
  • These days, the sales start as early as October sometimes and will continue to trickle in until the main event on November 29, giving you ample time to start perusing the discounts and get a head start on your gift list.
    Tiffany Hopkins, Bon Appétit, 4 Nov. 2024
  • Shopping in stores is always an option, but the most convenient way to scope the sales landscape is to peruse online.
    Suzy Forman, SELF, 1 Nov. 2024
Definition of peruse
Verb
  • Travelers can browse a range of options on sites like Viator or ResortPass, which Guthrie said can be more diverse than what the cruise line offers.
    Nathan Diller, USA TODAY, 4 Nov. 2024
  • Deer typically are most active and browsing at dusk and right before sunrise, says Mengak.
    Arricca Elin SanSone, Southern Living, 2 Nov. 2024
Definition of browse
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speeding (up)

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speed-reading

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