speed-reading

verb

Definition of speed-readingnext
present participle of speed-read
as in reading

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for speed-reading
  1. reading
  2. scanning
  3. browsing
  4. skimming
  5. perusing
Verb
  • Keep reading to learn more about where Saghian hangs his hat.
    — Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 6 Nov. 2026
  • Audiobooks can enhance reading for readers who prefer to enjoy a book in that format.
    — Lexy Perez, HollywoodReporter, 6 Nov. 2026
Definition of reading
Verb
  • This kind of setup is especially well suited for repetitive tasks, such as scanning books.
    — David English, PC Magazine, 4 Nov. 2026
  • However, the reports also documented improvements in several areas, including roofing and flooring, ADA accessibility, camera and communication upgrades, kitchen equipment, and body-scanning technology, among other things.
    — Adam Harrington, CBS News, 3 Nov. 2026
Definition of scanning
Verb
  • Austin-area home shoppers saw asking prices fall sharply in October, but higher borrowing costs continue to complicate the path from browsing listings to buying a home.
    — Julianna Duennes Russ, Austin American Statesman, 5 Nov. 2026
  • Swapping a human user for a bot means a loss of browsing and consumer data for merchants.
    — Sarah Jones, Footwear News, 5 Nov. 2026
Definition of browsing
Verb
  • French bob fans will recognize the jaw-skimming silhouette that removes excess weight and adds bounce, especially when paired with a delicate fringe.
    — Ashley Lynch, Miami Herald, 28 Oct. 2026
  • Back in January, the USDA Office of Inspector General projected that SNAP theft could climb to $233 million between 2025 and 2026 — largely as a result of skimming.
    — Juliana Kim, NPR, 26 Oct. 2026
Definition of skimming
Verb
  • Kids get into all sorts of things on the internet, but no parent wants their young children perusing adult websites.
    — Chloe Albanesius, PC Magazine, 22 Oct. 2026
  • Charmain Ware-Jason of Murphy’s and Sug After Dark Entering VinoTeca on a recent Wednesday evening felt more akin to mingling at a dinner party than perusing a wine shop.
    — Lia Picard, AJC.com, 27 Sep. 2026
Definition of perusing
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