peruse

verb

pə-ˈrüz How to pronounce peruse (audio)
Definition of perusenext
as in to read
to go over and mentally take in the content of perused the manuscript, checking for grammatical errors

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Recent Examples of peruse Work your way to the back and peruse the menu for a sophisticated selection of drinks, all using coffee and tea sourced from Vietnam. — Anne Ewbank, Sacbee.com, 19 Aug. 2026 Its under-the-radar outlet section is especially worth perusing, with savings on new furniture including accent chairs, sectionals, storage ottomans, and table sets. — Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Aug. 2026 So, without further ado, keep reading to peruse 15 brown balayage hair ideas for fall. — Rebecca Norris, InStyle, 10 Aug. 2026 There are even more Salomons and lookalikes to peruse including a waterproof pair from Hunter that’s 66 percent off and a Columbia style that’s ideal for wide-foot buyers. — Izzy Baskette, PEOPLE, 8 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for peruse
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  • Working from an early age, her father never had the chance to go to school and to learn how to read and write.
    — Tania Bryer, CNBC, 29 Aug. 2026
  • She was inspired to create the program by her father, who never learned to read or write.
    — Lori A Bashian, FOXNews.com, 29 Aug. 2026
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“Peruse.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/peruse. Accessed 2 Sep. 2026.

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