speed-read

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Recent Examples of speed-read Butler opened up some articles and speed-read like never before. Jay Glennie, Rolling Stone, 28 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for speed-read
Verb
  • Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content.
    Marlene Lenthang, NBC news, 12 July 2026
  • The cartridge casings found inside Robinson’s home had been fired by the rifle found near campus, according to a US Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives report read in court.
    Nicki Brown, CNN Money, 11 July 2026
Verb
  • The cropped length and elbow-skimming sleeves keep things cool while brown buttons add visual interest.
    Claire West, PEOPLE, 6 July 2026
  • Once devoted to chin-skimming cuts, Hadid has spent the last year growing out her hair.
    Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 3 July 2026
Verb
  • People are instructed to scan the QR link on the letter that will lead them to a list of available appointments to reschedule their test.
    Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 7 July 2026
  • Agents then referred the vehicle for a secondary inspection and used X-ray equipment to scan the truck and trailer.
    Fernando Cervantes Jr, USA Today, 7 July 2026
Verb
  • There's a great selection of dog-eared books to peruse, often by local authors or about local subjects.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 July 2026
  • Fans of collectibles can peruse the company’s blind boxes for characters like Smiski, Sonny Angel and Hello Kitty.
    Carolyn Stein, Chicago Tribune, 9 July 2026
Verb
  • Sky Tower guests can browse designer fashion, accessories and other premium finds between lunch and a theater performance or pick up a last-minute outfit without making a separate journey to one of the city’s major shopping districts.
    Ching Dee, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026
  • The private residence then doubles as a temporary showroom, where guests who have booked through Instagram or via the brand’s newsletter can browse and shop.
    Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 8 July 2026

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“Speed-read.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/speed-read. Accessed 14 Jul. 2026.

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