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as in interpretations
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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as in lessons
something assigned to be read or studied
make sure you do the assigned reading for tonight
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Recent Examples of readings
Officials are getting dam readings and looking at river gauges to monitor water levels.
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ABC News, 13 Apr. 2026
The readings’ music direction and arrangements are by Rob Berman.
—Greg Evans, Deadline, 13 Apr. 2026
The event is presented by Write Out Loud, an organization that offers literature readings for live audiences.
—Point Loma-Ob Monthly, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Apr. 2026
For full daily and monthly horoscopes as well as expert readings, see our full Horoscopes experience.
—Usa Today, USA Today, 12 Apr. 2026
Unlike more formal readings, the slam format creates a space where emotion, performance and audience response unfold in real time.
—Miguel Sirgado, Miami Herald, 10 Apr. 2026
Both readings were in line with the Dow Jones consensus.
—Jeff Cox, CNBC, 9 Apr. 2026
Both students are blind and say learning materials, from course modules to readings for class, have been inaccessible to them at WVU.
—Jonaki Mehta, NPR, 6 Apr. 2026
The Renpho MorphoScan Nova proved highly accurate in testing, especially for weight readings.
—Andrew Gebhart, PC Magazine, 5 Apr. 2026
ABC News, 13 Apr. 2026
The readings’ music direction and arrangements are by Rob Berman.
—Greg Evans, Deadline, 13 Apr. 2026
The event is presented by Write Out Loud, an organization that offers literature readings for live audiences.
—Point Loma-Ob Monthly, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Apr. 2026
For full daily and monthly horoscopes as well as expert readings, see our full Horoscopes experience.
—Usa Today, USA Today, 12 Apr. 2026
Unlike more formal readings, the slam format creates a space where emotion, performance and audience response unfold in real time.
—Miguel Sirgado, Miami Herald, 10 Apr. 2026
Both readings were in line with the Dow Jones consensus.
—Jeff Cox, CNBC, 9 Apr. 2026
Both students are blind and say learning materials, from course modules to readings for class, have been inaccessible to them at WVU.
—Jonaki Mehta, NPR, 6 Apr. 2026
The Renpho MorphoScan Nova proved highly accurate in testing, especially for weight readings.
—Andrew Gebhart, PC Magazine, 5 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for readings
Noun
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Different interpretations of rhetoric Some argue that the criticism targeted the regime, and that many Iranians welcome blunt honesty.—
Erin Jones,
CBS News,
8 Apr. 2026
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The most traditional poetic forms are repetitive, with strict rhyme schemes and meter, but newer interpretations are also built around repetition, relying on slant rhymes, refrains, alliteration, and more.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
7 Apr. 2026
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Because chimpanzees and bonobos are the closest genetic relatives to people, Mitani and Sandel think their findings offer lessons for humanity.—
Evan Bush,
NBC news,
9 Apr. 2026
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Learn to surf with lessons from McKevlin’s Surf Shop, or get up close and personal with the Morris Island Lighthouse via a kayak tour.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
9 Apr. 2026
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The mandolin quartet was developed, mixing treble and bass versions of the instrument, and the technique of the tremolo was taken to new heights of sophistication.—
Tim Parks,
New Yorker,
11 Apr. 2026
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In addition to the fully electric lineup, BYD will also introduce plug-in hybrid versions of the Great Tang built on its DM-i and DM-p powertrain systems.—
Bojan Stojkovski,
Interesting Engineering,
11 Apr. 2026
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The Tribune maintains editorial control over assignments and content.—
Edward Keegan,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Apr. 2026
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The hearings will be the first in a while to be led — at least in part — by Pelosi, 86, who gave up her position in party leadership and does not currently hold any committee assignments.—
Kevin Rector,
Los Angeles Times,
4 Apr. 2026
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This Mass Ave restaurant offers a weekend brunch with high-end dishes like multi-topping pancake or bagel boards ($22), three-egg omelets ($14 to $15) and salads ($12 to $15), plus upscale renditions of other familiar breakfast staples.—
Bradley Hohulin,
IndyStar,
31 Mar. 2026
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This flowery felt iteration from fall 1999 proves that a good silhouette is a blank canvas for any creative director’s vision (just take a look at the latest renditions by Maria Grazia Chiuri, hot off the 2026 runway).—
Rosie Jarman,
Vogue,
16 Mar. 2026
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“Readings.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/readings. Accessed 15 Apr. 2026.
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