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Peruse

Verb / pɜ:ˈu:z / Another word for peruse — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to read or examine carefully and in detail

Synonyms & similar words

read study scrutinize inspect scan browse skim examine review explore research investigate analyze

Example sentences

  1. I will peruse the menu before deciding what to eat.
  2. She perused the job posting to see if she was qualified.
  3. He likes to peruse the newspaper in the morning.
  4. We perused the map to plan our route.
  5. They will peruse the contract before signing it.

Quotes

  • I perused all the catalogues thoroughly and found that no furniture maker had attempted to make furniture out of milk bottles. - Charles Eames
  • I perused Plato and Aristotle, and I came upon the saying of the philosophers that 'to know thyself' is the first great commandment. - Mahatma Gandhi
  • I peruse every single review written about my restaurants. - Joe Bastianich

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