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as in interpretations
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 lessons
something assigned to be read or studied
make sure you do the assigned reading for tonight
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Recent Examples of readings
Oliver said the event helps stress the importance of getting annual physicals, knowing one’s blood pressure readings and glucose levels, getting early diagnoses and keeping illnesses under control.
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Francine Knowles, Chicago Tribune, 27 Apr. 2026
In the case of Hampden River, those readings closely matched laboratory measurements of rubies on Earth.
—Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 27 Apr. 2026
In the case of Hampden River, the readings closely matched laboratory measurements of rubies on Earth.
—Ryan Brennan, Kansas City Star, 27 Apr. 2026
For full daily and monthly horoscopes as well as expert readings, see our full Horoscopes experience.
—Usa Today, USA Today, 27 Apr. 2026
That growth includes the 2023 addition of a nearby gathering space to host author readings and similar events.
—Kat Chen, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Apr. 2026
The event featured readings, a playing of the Last Post, silence, reveille and national anthems.
—Janine Henni, PEOPLE, 25 Apr. 2026
Built with three ultra-sensitive sensors for accuracy and reliable readings.
—ABC News, 18 Apr. 2026
Line readings shifted mostly through synthesis and truncation.
—Adam Moss, Vulture, 17 Apr. 2026
Francine Knowles, Chicago Tribune, 27 Apr. 2026
In the case of Hampden River, those readings closely matched laboratory measurements of rubies on Earth.
—Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 27 Apr. 2026
In the case of Hampden River, the readings closely matched laboratory measurements of rubies on Earth.
—Ryan Brennan, Kansas City Star, 27 Apr. 2026
For full daily and monthly horoscopes as well as expert readings, see our full Horoscopes experience.
—Usa Today, USA Today, 27 Apr. 2026
That growth includes the 2023 addition of a nearby gathering space to host author readings and similar events.
—Kat Chen, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Apr. 2026
The event featured readings, a playing of the Last Post, silence, reveille and national anthems.
—Janine Henni, PEOPLE, 25 Apr. 2026
Built with three ultra-sensitive sensors for accuracy and reliable readings.
—ABC News, 18 Apr. 2026
Line readings shifted mostly through synthesis and truncation.
—Adam Moss, Vulture, 17 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for readings
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Both are deliberately broad — an open invitation for serious fashion swings rather than literal interpretations.—
Hanna Wickes,
Miami Herald,
29 Apr. 2026
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Similarly, news aggregators, such as Google News, present users with lists of news stories generated by algorithms’ interpretations of other users’ behavior.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
27 Apr. 2026
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That preparation included lessons in calligraphy, horseback riding, piano and Regency dancing.—
Emily Zemler,
Los Angeles Times,
30 Apr. 2026
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There are lessons to be learned from the more niche running brands that are increasingly showing up at the smaller (but equally crowded) marathon weekends.—
Madeleine Schulz,
Vogue,
30 Apr. 2026
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But repetition is also a way of revisiting earlier versions of ourselves.—
Rafaela Jinich,
The Atlantic,
25 Apr. 2026
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Different versions of a Republican, but still.—
Marta Balaga,
Variety,
25 Apr. 2026
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But the plaintiffs’ concerns were ignored and, in 2019, the department retaliated by starting Internal Affairs investigations and imposing a series of negative work actions against the officers, including demotions, removals from specialized assignments and involuntary transfers, suit stated.—
City News Service,
Daily News,
24 Apr. 2026
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His career also includes assignments in China and Afghanistan, as well as work in the private sector prior to joining the Foreign Service.—
Antonio María Delgado,
Miami Herald,
23 Apr. 2026
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Come here for superb renditions of classic Veronese dishes like risotto with Amarone wine or beef cheek slowly braised in Amarone and served over mashed potatoes.—
Laura Itzkowitz,
Travel + Leisure,
27 Apr. 2026
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While Nutella has previously launched new snack renditions on its classic chocolate hazelnut spread like Nutella Biscuits and Nutella B-ready, Nutella Peanut is its first-ever new flavor.—
Chiara Kim,
PEOPLE,
15 Apr. 2026
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“Readings.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/readings. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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