Thesaurus results for READINGS

readings

noun

plural of reading

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 For example, a digital twin of an industrial pump could use vibration and temperature readings to detect changes that indicate developing mechanical problems. — Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 8 Nov. 2026 To that end, organizers bring six days of author readings, film screenings, panel discussions and writing workshops to Atlanta Monday through Saturday for the 13th annual Letters Festival. — Suzanne Van Atten, AJC.com, 8 Nov. 2026 Study participants were also treated aggressively in other ways to drive down their LDL cholesterol and get blood pressure readings into a healthy range. — Erika Edwards, NBC news, 7 Nov. 2026 Interestingly, the sleep coaching didn't change blood sugar readings, even if the participants reported feeling more alert during the day. — New Atlas, 7 Nov. 2026 Neither Lewis nor Tolkien approved of easy allegorical readings of their fiction. — The Conversation, 6 Nov. 2026 Temperatures started out unusually mild, with readings in the 60s, and highs will reach the upper 60s this afternoon. — CBS News, 6 Nov. 2026 With consumer prices now on one of their longest streaks of higher-than-preferred inflation readings on record, the average American’s economic sentiment is even worse today. — Alex Harring, CNBC, 4 Nov. 2026 Saturday’s events included the raising of the Nishan Sahib, the Sikh flag, and scripture readings that were scheduled to continue throughout the weekend, culminating in Sunday’s parade. — Rosalio Ahumada, Sacbee.com, 30 Oct. 2026

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Their interpretations have varied over time, of course, but their official rulings have sustained, altered, or eliminated important federal or state laws and accordingly changed life in America.

— Brian Duignan, Encyclopedia Britannica, 10 Nov. 2026
Rose and jasmine have long been staples of traditional perfumery, but Chanel’s interpretations demonstrate just how versatile these familiar notes can be.

— Camila Quimper, Footwear News, 10 Nov. 2026

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Her Congressional assignments include the House Committee on Education and the Workforce, along with Science, Space & Technology.

— Paula Wethington, CBS News, 2 Nov. 2026
The ball sticks, defensive assignments get lost, and the Nets begin to resemble five players waiting for a bad night to end.

— C.J. Holmes, New York Daily News, 1 Nov. 2026

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That kind of lead-up to an anniversary reissue is incredibly helpful — especially when the new edition doesn’t skimp on the goodies, with fans getting three new songs and three new live renditions.

— Eric Renner Brown, Billboard, 4 Nov. 2026
Ahead, look back at some of the sexiest celebrity Halloween costumes of 2026, from sultry tributes to their fellow stars to spicy renditions of classic characters.

— Bailey Bujnosek, InStyle, 2 Nov. 2026