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as in retrospect
a usually critical look at a past event
a review of yesterday's football game gave us a lot of good ideas on how to improve for the next one
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as in inspection
a close look at or over someone or something in order to judge condition
took the car to her mechanic for a complete mechanical review before she decided to sell it
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as in book
a publication that appears at regular intervals
had his poetry published in a literary review
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as in critique
an essay evaluating or analyzing something
a harsh movie review of an expected summer blockbuster
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as in alteration
the act, process, or result of making different
the company decided that the 100-year-old office building could use a review
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as in to revisit
to consider again especially with the possibility of change or reversal
since we can't follow that plan, we'll have to review our options and decide on something else
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as in to examine
to look over closely (as for judging quality or condition)
a consultant was brought in to review our security procedures
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Recent Examples of review
Brittany Vanderbill, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Feb. 2026
The animal crushing law has rarely been charged in this region, according to a review of federal cases filed in the Southern District of Florida.
—Jay Weaver, Miami Herald, 20 Feb. 2026
Alesandra Dubin, Travel + Leisure, 21 Feb. 2026
Check that; the officials review one bomb and rule it a 2.
—Thomas Jones, Austin American Statesman, 21 Feb. 2026
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Noun
The mixer has earned more than 8,550 five-star reviews, with shoppers praising its quality, performance, and overall value.
—Brittany Vanderbill, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Feb. 2026
The animal crushing law has rarely been charged in this region, according to a review of federal cases filed in the Southern District of Florida.
—Jay Weaver, Miami Herald, 20 Feb. 2026
Verb
This popular and highly reviewed pack comes with two organizers in different colors to keep you and your travel companion prepared.
—Alesandra Dubin, Travel + Leisure, 21 Feb. 2026
Check that; the officials review one bomb and rule it a 2.
—Thomas Jones, Austin American Statesman, 21 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for review
Noun
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Economists say productivity is usually understood better in retrospect, but Greenspan concluded that policymakers should let the economy run hot because anecdotes all pointed to strong productivity aided by the internet.—
Bryan Mena,
CNN Money,
15 Feb. 2026
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Should including that card knock off, say, the 1954 rookie Al Kaline, which only became an iconic and valuable card in retrospect?—
Michael Salfino,
New York Times,
10 Feb. 2026
Noun
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According to a statement from American Airlines, the plane was undergoing a routine inspection in Medellín when the damage to the aircraft was found.—
Jay Blackman,
NBC news,
25 Feb. 2026
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Bring proof of insurance and any required inspection documentation.—
Marley Malenfant,
Austin American Statesman,
25 Feb. 2026
Noun
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The service Given that the hotel is so rural, the concierge team is especially good at recommending local sites and day trips, and is great about calling ahead to book for you.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
24 Feb. 2026
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The new episodes will feature new celebrities and books, which will be announced at a later date.—
Denise Petski,
Deadline,
23 Feb. 2026
Noun
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This critique remains urgently relevant today.—
Kenneth Zagacki,
Chicago Tribune,
22 Feb. 2026
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Kathleen Hanna fronted punk greats Bikini Kill and Le Tigre, two bands that existed at different times in the evolving (but still sexist) conversation about women and their place in culture, with the musicians often serving as paragons of feminist critique and anguish.—
Eric Farwell,
Entertainment Weekly,
21 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Throttle and transmission shifts have been tweaked for sharper response, while chassis alterations aim to improve handling and steering feel.—
Basem Wasef,
Robb Report,
25 Feb. 2026
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The challenge, led by Bonta and Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes, argues Kennedy’s vaccine panel appointments and alterations to the immunization schedule were unlawful.—
Bloomberg,
Mercury News,
25 Feb. 2026
Verb
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The medical comedy was revisited once when it was renewed for a ninth season, which went in a new direction with a largely new cast of interns, including Eliza Coupe, Michael Mosley, Kerry Bishé and Dave Franco.—
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
20 Feb. 2026
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Millennial baby names, rich in nostalgia, may or may not feel outdated today, appealing to those who love revisiting past trends.—
Kara Nesvig,
Parents,
20 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Blood samples gathered at the time were examined for the presence of 11 types of PFAS chemicals.—
Sandee LaMotte,
CNN Money,
26 Feb. 2026
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The report will also examine how other cities implement business taxes.—
City News Service,
Daily News,
26 Feb. 2026
Noun
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The system also supports global retrospection.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
10 Feb. 2026
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The retrospection tortures her.—
Alexandra Rockey Fleming,
PEOPLE,
14 Jan. 2026
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