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
  • Anyone who thinks that the differences between these sects are minor is invited to read about the wars, massacres and persecutions that erupted between them in the 16th and 17th centuries.
    Kenneth Seeskin, Chicago Tribune, 5 July 2026
  • Others may miss the warmth of a person who can read the room, handle a strange request or help when something goes wrong.
    Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 5 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
  • Crate & Barrel is welcoming lots of new inventory, which means there’s plenty of clearance furniture and decor to peruse at prices up to 60% off (note that some pieces are final sale).
    Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 3 July 2026
  • Several Ghana flags waved proudly during the windy day as supporters perused the streets around the Sheraton.
    PJ Green July 1, Kansas City Star, 2 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 11 Jul. 2026.

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