1
as in revisiting
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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2
as in examining
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 reviewing
Routine wellness visits typically involve monitoring blood pressure, weight and cholesterol, as well as reviewing family history and individual risk factors for certain illnesses.
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NBC news, 1 Apr. 2026
Ed has covered pop music for The Republic since 2007, reviewing festivals and concerts, interviewing legends, covering the local scene and more.
—Ed Masley, AZCentral.com, 1 Apr. 2026
That meant avoiding close contact with anyone not quarantining alongside them, keeping to just a small circle of colleagues and family members while continuing training activities and reviewing procedures for the upcoming mission.
—Miles Doran, CBS News, 1 Apr. 2026
At the direction of the Division I Board of Directors, an Infractions Process Task Force is reviewing the infractions process and associated penalties for violations of NCAA rules.
—ABC News, 1 Apr. 2026
When supply conditions shift, businesses often start reviewing procurement plans, supplier diversity, and pricing risk.
—Matt Emma, USA Today, 1 Apr. 2026
Beneficiaries auto‑renewed without reviewing plan changes Many people were automatically re‑enrolled in plans that later cut benefits or raised costs, leaving March 31 as their last realistic chance to mitigate financial damage for 2026.
—Amanda Greenwood, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Mar. 2026
Negotiating teams for both unions, Local 12775 located in Porter and Local 13796 located in Wanatah, are reviewing the company’s proposal, according to a joint news release from the unions, but the offer likely won’t pass muster.
—Alexandra Kukulka, Chicago Tribune, 31 Mar. 2026
The government is currently reviewing the charter, which is due for renewal at the end of 2027.
—K.j. Yossman, Variety, 25 Mar. 2026
NBC news, 1 Apr. 2026
Ed has covered pop music for The Republic since 2007, reviewing festivals and concerts, interviewing legends, covering the local scene and more.
—Ed Masley, AZCentral.com, 1 Apr. 2026
That meant avoiding close contact with anyone not quarantining alongside them, keeping to just a small circle of colleagues and family members while continuing training activities and reviewing procedures for the upcoming mission.
—Miles Doran, CBS News, 1 Apr. 2026
At the direction of the Division I Board of Directors, an Infractions Process Task Force is reviewing the infractions process and associated penalties for violations of NCAA rules.
—ABC News, 1 Apr. 2026
When supply conditions shift, businesses often start reviewing procurement plans, supplier diversity, and pricing risk.
—Matt Emma, USA Today, 1 Apr. 2026
Beneficiaries auto‑renewed without reviewing plan changes Many people were automatically re‑enrolled in plans that later cut benefits or raised costs, leaving March 31 as their last realistic chance to mitigate financial damage for 2026.
—Amanda Greenwood, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Mar. 2026
Negotiating teams for both unions, Local 12775 located in Porter and Local 13796 located in Wanatah, are reviewing the company’s proposal, according to a joint news release from the unions, but the offer likely won’t pass muster.
—Alexandra Kukulka, Chicago Tribune, 31 Mar. 2026
The government is currently reviewing the charter, which is due for renewal at the end of 2027.
—K.j. Yossman, Variety, 25 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reviewing
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Experts concur that making a plan, and revisiting it regularly, is the best way to ensure stability when the situation inevitably changes.—
Kat McGowan,
NPR,
28 Mar. 2026
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In any case, revisiting their past gives them some hope.—
Rafaela Bassili,
Vulture,
27 Mar. 2026
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This report provides a comprehensive analysis of the critical minerals landscape as of early 2026, examining individual mineral profiles, supply chain vulnerabilities, geopolitical dynamics, and the technical innovations that may reshape supply over the coming decade.—
Interesting Engineering,
Interesting Engineering,
30 Mar. 2026
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Meanwhile, Soames perambulates a park with Irene, examining works of art in progress.—
Alice Burton,
Vulture,
30 Mar. 2026
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Since the report, people have begun reconsidering things named after the activist.—
Sally Krutzig,
Idaho Statesman,
26 Mar. 2026
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Indonesia has halted ratification of its deal, and key garment-producing countries—including Cambodia, Vietnam, and Thailand—are now reconsidering their commitments.—
Tara Winter,
Sourcing Journal,
24 Mar. 2026
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Last month, cyber stocks fell after Anthropic announced a new code-scanning security tool to Claude.—
Samantha Subin,
CNBC,
27 Mar. 2026
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Psarras spends the majority of his time slinking through space, scanning the highly detailed living room of opulence for the next steps of Tony’s grisly plan (the varied set design, which includes some ingenious touches with translucent walls, is by Ron Gasparinetti) .—
David John Chávez,
Mercury News,
27 Mar. 2026
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The 2026 Consumer Trust Survey was conducted by surveying 1,000 Americans to gauge consumer sentiment regarding home service costs, price transparency and provider trust.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
30 Mar. 2026
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An employee for Westwood Professional Services, an engineering and land surveying firm with offices in Fort Worth and Austin, filed for the grading permit, records show.—
Samuel O’Neal
March 30,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
30 Mar. 2026
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Afroman then released a song about the raid, with a music video including footage of the officers tearing apart his home and inspecting a lemon pound cake that was in his kitchen.—
Carlos Garcia,
Fortune,
31 Mar. 2026
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The contract also calls for identifying, inspecting and reprogramming all existing security devices based on their specific type and location.—
Mike Danahey,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Mar. 2026
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The $10 general admission during the Lilac Festival on weekends includes petting zoo, lilac maze, hoe down & jug band shows, lawn games, and lilac viewing.—
Linda Mcintosh,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
31 Mar. 2026
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Of the acquisition, Park noted that Kani’s Ariel Esteban Cayer and Pearl Chan of Kani had accompanied the project for years, viewing early cuts and helping guide it toward completion.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
30 Mar. 2026
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“Reviewing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reviewing. Accessed 3 Apr. 2026.
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