copyedit

verb

as in to read

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for copyedit
  1. read
  2. edit
  3. polish
  4. revise
  5. redraft
  6. reedit
  7. perfect
  8. sub
Verb
  • The letter was read in all Catholic parishes across the state to inform parishioners about the amendment.
    — Gabrielle M. Etzel, The Washington Examiner, 30 Oct. 2026
  • Many rooms and suites offer terraces and ocean views of the Atlantic, and all come with sitting areas, a writing desk, and an iPad to see the daily schedule, order room service, read the newspaper, or contact the concierge.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Oct. 2026
Definition of read
Verb
  • It was produced by Sam Yellowhorse Kesler and edited by Marianne McCune.
    — Erika Beras, NPR, 31 Oct. 2026
  • But you aren’t supposed to edit the code controlling the dash display and other electronics.
    — Peter Hall, Scientific American, 30 Oct. 2026
Definition of edit
Verb
  • Stick to simple color-blocking Work outfits should be polished, easy, and (perhaps most importantly) comfortable.
    — Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 26 Oct. 2026
  • Nowadays, machinery like edge polishers make calibration, grinding, shaping and beveling possible with great ease and high-pressure waterjet cutting and polishing systems used for complex contours and sensitive materials.
    — Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 26 Oct. 2026
Definition of polish
Verb
  • The department revised its policy earlier this year to restrict pursuits for minor traffic violations and city ordinance offenses.
    — Greg Wehner, FOXNews.com, 24 Oct. 2026
  • Volkswagen has revised the suspension and steering to improve its road manners.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 24 Oct. 2026
Definition of revise
Verb
  • The South African Reserve Bank will also redraft risk scenarios in the wake of the war.
    — Tiisetso Motsoeneng, semafor.com, 13 Mar. 2026
  • The House and Senate will redraft Healey’s spending blueprint and debate their own versions, typically in April and May.
    — Tim Dunn, Boston Herald, 11 Feb. 2026
Definition of redraft
Verb
  • Kinski, now 65, has urged Wenders to reedit the film.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 3 June 2026
  • What all sides can agree upon, though, is that after the dismissal of the MBC studio-executive regime demanding changes, Wyatt returned to complete production and reedit the film.
    — Chris Lee, Vulture, 27 Apr. 2026
Definition of reedit
Verb
  • Inside, the mood is considerably more restrained, prioritizing comfort, generous proportions, and an operation that has had more than a decade to perfect its service for business travelers, families, and Vietnamese staycationers alike.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Oct. 2026
  • Home bakers keep bubbling starters on their counters, swap tips online and treat each loaf like a project worth perfecting.
    — Ryan Brennan, Kansas City Star, 20 Oct. 2026
Definition of perfect
Verb
  • The Red Bulls didn't take a two-goal lead until Forsberg scored in the first minute of stoppage time after subbing in to the match in the 85th.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 24 Oct. 2026
  • By the time the Lakers subbed him out with six minutes remaining in the fourth and a 30-point cushion, Kessler looked exhausted.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 22 Oct. 2026
Definition of sub
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