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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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Recent Examples of readings
The cost-of-living readings for July, August and September are used to calculate the annual Social Security COLA.
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Scott Horsley, NPR, 1 Oct. 2025
On select dates, the pop-up offers a unique drink-and-tattoo experience, as well as live tarot readings ready to reveal what the spirits have in store.
—Diana Leyva, Nashville Tennessean, 1 Oct. 2025
For full daily and monthly horoscopes as well as expert readings, see our full Horoscopes experience.
—Usa Today, USA Today, 29 Sep. 2025
Not only are the stakes higher, but a shutdown will also very likely delay the collection and release of some key economic data – including Friday’s jobs report and monthly readings on inflation.
—Matt Egan, CNN Money, 29 Sep. 2025
Over the next couple of days, highs in Sacramento will hover around 75 degrees, with cooler readings across the foothills and Sierra Nevada.
—Sharon Bernstein, Sacbee.com, 28 Sep. 2025
Read on for what this week has in store for your zodiac sign, per astrologer Kyle Thomas' PEOPLE exclusive readings!
—Kyle Thomas, PEOPLE, 28 Sep. 2025
The sidebar includes meetings, readings and presentations related to cinema and books for audiences of all ages held in October and November.
—Nick Vivarelli, Variety, 24 Sep. 2025
Entertainment for a wide variety of audiences includes live performances by world music bands, poetry readings, and entertainment for kids.
—AFAR Media, 24 Sep. 2025
Scott Horsley, NPR, 1 Oct. 2025
On select dates, the pop-up offers a unique drink-and-tattoo experience, as well as live tarot readings ready to reveal what the spirits have in store.
—Diana Leyva, Nashville Tennessean, 1 Oct. 2025
For full daily and monthly horoscopes as well as expert readings, see our full Horoscopes experience.
—Usa Today, USA Today, 29 Sep. 2025
Not only are the stakes higher, but a shutdown will also very likely delay the collection and release of some key economic data – including Friday’s jobs report and monthly readings on inflation.
—Matt Egan, CNN Money, 29 Sep. 2025
Over the next couple of days, highs in Sacramento will hover around 75 degrees, with cooler readings across the foothills and Sierra Nevada.
—Sharon Bernstein, Sacbee.com, 28 Sep. 2025
Read on for what this week has in store for your zodiac sign, per astrologer Kyle Thomas' PEOPLE exclusive readings!
—Kyle Thomas, PEOPLE, 28 Sep. 2025
The sidebar includes meetings, readings and presentations related to cinema and books for audiences of all ages held in October and November.
—Nick Vivarelli, Variety, 24 Sep. 2025
Entertainment for a wide variety of audiences includes live performances by world music bands, poetry readings, and entertainment for kids.
—AFAR Media, 24 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for readings
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Subramanian’s interpretations suggest a tougher stance, signaling potential challenges ahead for Combs as the hearing continues.—
Hannah Parry,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Oct. 2025
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Each artist created their own interpretations of Jacobs’ signature silhouettes, ranging from the Tote Bag and Snapshot to ready-to-wear, accessories and wallets, through the lens of joy as wearable fashions.—
Lisa Lockwood,
Footwear News,
2 Oct. 2025
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For a whole year, Hersh didn’t utter a single word in his new class, where the teacher recited lessons in modern Hebrew.—
Romina Ruiz-Goiriena,
USA Today,
4 Oct. 2025
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In each episode, the trio will embark on adventures across Brazil, discovering unique biomes, cultural traditions and important lessons about environmental preservation and the power of collaboration.—
Marcelo Cajueiro,
Variety,
4 Oct. 2025
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Russia refers to that family of drones as the Gerans, newer versions of which are jet powered.—
David Brennan,
ABC News,
1 Oct. 2025
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The Peloton Pro Series includes commercial versions of its Bike+, Tread+ and Row+ and will be marketed to places that have small gyms, like hotels, apartment buildings, corporate wellness centers and country clubs.—
Gabrielle Fonrouge,
CNBC,
1 Oct. 2025
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The majority — or 57% of the conversations analyzed — related to curriculum development, like designing lesson plans and assignments.—
Lee V. Gaines,
NPR,
2 Oct. 2025
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The six-week course, according to a syllabus, blends positive thinking with business and money strategies, offering advice on how to outwork the competition, manage ego, overcome failure and set goals — with homework assignments included.—
Liam Quinn,
PEOPLE,
2 Oct. 2025
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Pajama sets also abounded, from immediate renditions in pink poplin with contrasting piping to less literal interpretations, such as a turquoise version with scalloped hems and embroideries.—
Sandra Salibian,
Footwear News,
29 Sep. 2025
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The first game famously took thirst-trap renditions of the Greek pantheon and imbued each figure with an insane amount of charm.—
Christopher Cruz,
Rolling Stone,
27 Sep. 2025
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“Readings.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/readings. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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