Definition of readernext
as in compilation
a collection of writings I picked up a book entitled "An Emerson Reader" because it contained one or two of his essays I hadn't read before

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Recent Examples of reader That such an array of experiences are what readers need and deserve. Literary Hub, 14 Aug. 2026 Separately, in Kansas, a Sedgwick police chief used Flock license plate readers to track his ex-girlfriend and her new boyfriend’s vehicles 228 times over more than four months, The Wichita Eagle reported in 2024. Kansas City Star, 14 Aug. 2026 Investigators found that a Compass was captured on a license plate reader in the area with a rear plate that belonged to a different vehicle, according to the warrant affidavit. Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 14 Aug. 2026 And while mobile readers give an instant notification, officers need to search for relevant data on Flock, and sometimes obtain a search warrant. Tom Olsen, Twin Cities, 14 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for reader
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Noun
  • And this one just feels like a compilation of all those things that make Ravyn Ravyn in a way.
    Sidney Madden, VIBE.com, 19 Aug. 2026
  • Below is a compilation of the tributes to Panettiere from those who grew up with her, worked with her, and loved her.
    Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 18 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • Grossman will next be seen in the 13th Season of Ryan Murphy’s anthology series, American Horror Story.
    Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 18 Aug. 2026
  • In 2023, season one raked in eight Emmys, including best limited series or anthology, lead actor, lead actress, writing and directing.
    Nicole Fell, HollywoodReporter, 14 Aug. 2026

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“Reader.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reader. Accessed 22 Aug. 2026.

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