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Definition of run-through
(Entry 1 of 2)
: a usually cursory reading, summary, or rehearsal
run through
verb
ran through; run through; running through; runs through
Definition of run through (Entry 2 of 2)
Synonyms for run-through
Synonyms: Noun
- abstract,
- breviary,
- brief,
- capsule,
- conspectus,
- digest,
- encapsulation,
- epitome,
- inventory,
- outline,
- précis,
- recap,
- recapitulation,
- résumé
- (or resume also resumé),
- roundup,
- rundown,
- sum,
- sum-up,
- summa,
- summarization,
- summary,
- summing-up,
- synopsis,
- wrap-up
Synonyms: Verb
- gore,
- harpoon,
- impale,
- jab,
- lance,
- peck,
- pick,
- pierce,
- pink,
- puncture,
- skewer,
- spear,
- spike,
- spit,
- stab,
- stick,
- transfix,
- transpierce
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“Run-through.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/run-through. Accessed 7 Jul. 2022.
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