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Summarizes

Verb / ˈsʌmɜ:ˌaɪzɪz / Another word for summarizes — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To give a brief statement about the main points of something

Synonyms & similar words

resume summarise summarize sum sumup recaps synopsizes condenses abridges digests outlines briefs rehearses reviews repeats retells reiterates reprises restates recapitulates paraphrases abbreviates shortens

Example sentences

  1. The teacher summarizes the lesson at the end of class.
  2. The news anchor summarizes the day's events.
  3. The book's back cover summarizes the plot.
  4. She summarizes her research findings in her report.
  5. He summarizes the movie for his friends who missed it.

Quotes

  • A good plan, violently executed now, is better than a perfect plan next week. - George S. Patton
  • The best way to predict the future is to create it. - Peter Drucker
  • The only way to do great work is to love what you do. - Steve Jobs

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