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as in retrospects
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 inspections
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 books
a publication that appears at regular intervals
had his poetry published in a literary review
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as in critiques
an essay evaluating or analyzing something
a harsh movie review of an expected summer blockbuster
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as in alterations
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 revisits
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 surveys
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 reviews
Mia Huelsbeck, PEOPLE, 12 Jan. 2026
Adidas Cloudfoam Pure Shoes With over 4,100 reviews, there’s no questioning that these sneakers are a popular choice.
—Michelle Baricevic, Travel + Leisure, 12 Jan. 2026
Interest in rural escapes has boomed for Gen Z travelers over the past two years, with a 300% spike year-over-year in guest reviews mentioning farms on Vrbo.
—Jennifer Liu, CNBC, 11 Jan. 2026
After earning rapturous reviews, a worldwide gross of nearly $370 million, and a thumbs up from Tom Cruise, Ryan Coogler's horror blockbuster was nominated for seven Golden Globes, including Best Motion Picture - Drama.
—Randall Colburn, Entertainment Weekly, 11 Jan. 2026
Check out our reviews to see which stove is a match for that fourteener.
—Adam Trenkamp, Outside, 11 Jan. 2026
Trust signals, such as reviews, certifications, and high-quality blog content, can also help establish credibility.
—Lyssanoel Frater, USA Today, 11 Jan. 2026
Luminate reviews and authenticates data.
—Keith Caulfield, Billboard, 11 Jan. 2026
To learn more information on our reporting and testing processes, read our complete reviews process and methodology page.
—Lily Wohlner, Allure, 11 Jan. 2026
Bailey Richards, PEOPLE, 9 Nov. 2025
Pappas is chair of the Senate Capital Investment Committee, which reviews borrowing and funding proposals for large public projects.
—Alex Derosier, Twin Cities, 6 Nov. 2025
Bonner reviews the construction plans in his office that afternoon.
—Jamie L. Lareau, USA Today, 2 Nov. 2025
Helpstay says its founder personally reviews every host on its platform, while WWOOF conducts ID checks and requests photos of the areas where volunteers will eat and sleep.
—Georgiana Ralphs, CNN Money, 31 Oct. 2025
The task force reviews reams of scientific evidence to make recommendations on services such as cancer screenings, HIV-prevention medications and more.
—Nathaniel Weixel, The Hill, 30 Oct. 2025
Sebastian Marquez reviews one of his spreadsheets.
—Natalie Wu
lauren Shamo, CNBC, 30 Oct. 2025
Trump appointees already have control of another commission that reviews projects, the National Capital Planning Commission.
—Ted Johnson, Deadline, 28 Oct. 2025
That includes being a member of a committee that reviews community violence alongside mental health organizations and other groups.
—David Clarey, jsonline.com, 27 Oct. 2025
Noun
Eddie Bauer Plaid Brushed Fleece Throw Blanket This reversible fleece throw blanket from Eddie Bauer is a favorite among Amazon shoppers and their pets, according to reviews.
—Mia Huelsbeck, PEOPLE, 12 Jan. 2026
Adidas Cloudfoam Pure Shoes With over 4,100 reviews, there’s no questioning that these sneakers are a popular choice.
—Michelle Baricevic, Travel + Leisure, 12 Jan. 2026
Interest in rural escapes has boomed for Gen Z travelers over the past two years, with a 300% spike year-over-year in guest reviews mentioning farms on Vrbo.
—Jennifer Liu, CNBC, 11 Jan. 2026
After earning rapturous reviews, a worldwide gross of nearly $370 million, and a thumbs up from Tom Cruise, Ryan Coogler's horror blockbuster was nominated for seven Golden Globes, including Best Motion Picture - Drama.
—Randall Colburn, Entertainment Weekly, 11 Jan. 2026
Check out our reviews to see which stove is a match for that fourteener.
—Adam Trenkamp, Outside, 11 Jan. 2026
Trust signals, such as reviews, certifications, and high-quality blog content, can also help establish credibility.
—Lyssanoel Frater, USA Today, 11 Jan. 2026
Luminate reviews and authenticates data.
—Keith Caulfield, Billboard, 11 Jan. 2026
To learn more information on our reporting and testing processes, read our complete reviews process and methodology page.
—Lily Wohlner, Allure, 11 Jan. 2026
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The idea also comes as the Supreme Court reviews the legality of the president’s tariffs, many of which lower courts previously found unlawful, according to Business Insider.
—Bailey Richards, PEOPLE, 9 Nov. 2025
Pappas is chair of the Senate Capital Investment Committee, which reviews borrowing and funding proposals for large public projects.
—Alex Derosier, Twin Cities, 6 Nov. 2025
Bonner reviews the construction plans in his office that afternoon.
—Jamie L. Lareau, USA Today, 2 Nov. 2025
Helpstay says its founder personally reviews every host on its platform, while WWOOF conducts ID checks and requests photos of the areas where volunteers will eat and sleep.
—Georgiana Ralphs, CNN Money, 31 Oct. 2025
The task force reviews reams of scientific evidence to make recommendations on services such as cancer screenings, HIV-prevention medications and more.
—Nathaniel Weixel, The Hill, 30 Oct. 2025
Sebastian Marquez reviews one of his spreadsheets.
—Natalie Wu
lauren Shamo, CNBC, 30 Oct. 2025
Trump appointees already have control of another commission that reviews projects, the National Capital Planning Commission.
—Ted Johnson, Deadline, 28 Oct. 2025
That includes being a member of a committee that reviews community violence alongside mental health organizations and other groups.
—David Clarey, jsonline.com, 27 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reviews
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Because Indiana doesn't require routine vehicle inspections, the truck remained street legal.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
10 Jan. 2026
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The full inspections show how each establishment has corrected or is working to correct any remaining violations.—
Eleanor Nash,
Kansas City Star,
10 Jan. 2026
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At that time young adult novels were the place where there were books about female main characters who were feeling big emotions and experiencing love—romantic love and friend love—and navigating a world that felt familiar.—
Stephanie McNeal,
Glamour,
8 Jan. 2026
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Every month was this parcel of books written by some of the most important names in fiction, and then all these new voices.—
Scarlett Harris,
Los Angeles Times,
8 Jan. 2026
Noun
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But for all the critiques, Kinne and his staff deserve just as much credit for rallying the troops after losing 42-39 to Louisiana.—
Caleb Yum,
Austin American Statesman,
6 Jan. 2026
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Many Jewish organizations, though, have lobbied in favor of the definition, which states that some critiques of Israel as a Jewish state may cross a line into antisemitism, such as denying the Jewish people’s right to self-determination or claiming the existence of Israel is a racist endeavor.—
Chris Sommerfeldt,
New York Daily News,
2 Jan. 2026
Noun
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The break was necessary, though uncomfortable, to make some alterations before allowing this work to become my lifestyle again.—
Jerry Brewer,
New York Times,
7 Jan. 2026
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The latest round of alterations raises questions about the meningococcal ACWY vaccine, for example.—
Isabella Cueto,
STAT,
6 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Directed by two-time Olivier Award winner Rupert Goold, the play revisits the true story of a Brooklyn bank robbery that spiraled out of control and transfixed the nation.—
Dave Quinn,
PEOPLE,
9 Jan. 2026
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The documentary not only revisits the events that shocked a nation but also spotlights Elizabeth’s journey of healing and her ongoing mission to inspire and protect others.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
7 Jan. 2026
Verb
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The report surveys a total of 1,900 films released between 2007 and 2025.—
Angelique Jackson,
Variety,
31 Dec. 2025
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China surveys roughly 3,200 manufacturers and 4,300 non-manufacturing firms for the monthly PMI readings, which are seasonally adjusted and considered a leading indicator for economic momentum.—
Victor Loh,
CNBC,
30 Nov. 2025
Noun
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The port issue shows how Haiti’s monopolistic practices block foreign investment even when all necessary audits and authorizations have been provided to international partners and financial institutions.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
19 Dec. 2025
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While human rights advocates argue that arrivals face significant scrutiny, government audits have found flaws and data inaccuracies in records.—
Hollie Silverman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 Nov. 2025
Noun
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From pamphlets to periodicals to local newspapers, the printed news created this country.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Jan. 2026
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After the lawsuit was filed, the jail changed its mail policy, and softcover books as well as periodicals published by the nonprofit were accepted into the jail.—
Vanessa Swales,
jsonline.com,
12 Dec. 2025
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“Reviews.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reviews. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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