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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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Usa Today, USA Today, 3 Sep. 2025
Concerts, lectures, screenings, performances, readings, mindfulness practices, and other wide-ranging activities will encourage elevating experiences for mind, body, and spirit.
—Chadd Scott, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
The commercial weather forecasting service estimates that temperatures could rise 15 to 20 degrees above seasonal norms, with some inland areas likely reaching or surpassing readings of 100 degrees.
—Joe Edwards, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Sep. 2025
And these different readings mean the book will impress upon readers in various ways.
—Kevin Dickinson, Big Think, 2 Sep. 2025
Elsewhere, the Apple Watch Series 11 will apparently emphasize health-monitoring improvements, potentially introducing blood-pressure trend tracking capabilities—though not full systolic and diastolic readings.
—Dave Smith, Fortune, 2 Sep. 2025
The latest version of the bill was refiled last month and will now face several rounds of committee hearings and readings by lawmakers.
—Ladan Anoushfar, CNN Money, 1 Sep. 2025
Excess heat can harm the oven's thermostat and heating elements, leading to inaccurate temperature readings and possible permanent damage, along with a fire risk.
—Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 31 Aug. 2025
Many students embraced the new technology to enable procrastination and lazy homework habits, but also, sometimes, to gain better understanding of readings.
—Joelle Renstrom
august 28, Literary Hub, 28 Aug. 2025
Usa Today, USA Today, 3 Sep. 2025
Concerts, lectures, screenings, performances, readings, mindfulness practices, and other wide-ranging activities will encourage elevating experiences for mind, body, and spirit.
—Chadd Scott, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
The commercial weather forecasting service estimates that temperatures could rise 15 to 20 degrees above seasonal norms, with some inland areas likely reaching or surpassing readings of 100 degrees.
—Joe Edwards, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Sep. 2025
And these different readings mean the book will impress upon readers in various ways.
—Kevin Dickinson, Big Think, 2 Sep. 2025
Elsewhere, the Apple Watch Series 11 will apparently emphasize health-monitoring improvements, potentially introducing blood-pressure trend tracking capabilities—though not full systolic and diastolic readings.
—Dave Smith, Fortune, 2 Sep. 2025
The latest version of the bill was refiled last month and will now face several rounds of committee hearings and readings by lawmakers.
—Ladan Anoushfar, CNN Money, 1 Sep. 2025
Excess heat can harm the oven's thermostat and heating elements, leading to inaccurate temperature readings and possible permanent damage, along with a fire risk.
—Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 31 Aug. 2025
Many students embraced the new technology to enable procrastination and lazy homework habits, but also, sometimes, to gain better understanding of readings.
—Joelle Renstrom
august 28, Literary Hub, 28 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for readings
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Given that the Court, under Chief Justice John Roberts, has already significantly undermined past interpretations of Voting Rights Act, there is significant anticipation that the majority-minority districts will be struck down as unconstitutional.—
Tom Rogers,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Sep. 2025
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Each artist created their own interpretations of Jacobs signature silhouettes, spanning from the Tote Bag and Snapshot to ready-to-wear, accessories and wallets, through the lens of joy as wearable fashions.—
Emily Mercer,
Footwear News,
4 Sep. 2025
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A far cry from throwing a $20 million wedding in Venice or flying into space, the experience still taught him valuable lessons.—
Martina Castellanos,
Forbes.com,
6 Sep. 2025
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Several royal experts believe Meghan Markle could learn powerful lessons from Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy’s brief life.—
Stephanie Nolasco,
FOXNews.com,
6 Sep. 2025
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The model is designed to provide helpful yet safe answers to sensitive questions, rather than simply refusing to respond as previous versions did.—
Shane Croucher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Sep. 2025
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The new versions are chicer and more understated while still packing a style punch— especially the way designers are wielding them to outline and amplify architectural details like baseboards and trim.—
Emily Williams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
2 Sep. 2025
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Taxes and applicable fees are charged separately when booking, and the pass doesn't include checked bags or seat assignments, which can be purchased separately.—
Alex Perry,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
4 Sep. 2025
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Committee assignments for the upcoming 2026 session have not been released.—
Alexandra Glorioso,
Miami Herald,
4 Sep. 2025
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Angela Lansbury, Tyne Daly, Patti LuPone, Bernadette Peters, Merman, and now McDonald have all been nominated for Tonys for their renditions of Mama Rose, with the first three winning.—
Ryan Coleman Published,
EW.com,
19 Aug. 2025
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Those full-album renditions will be appended with second sets throwing in fan favorites from the rest of the Scottish indie-pop band’s catalog.—
Jazz Monroe,
Pitchfork,
19 Aug. 2025
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“Readings.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/readings. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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