Read back

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phrasal verb

To read something aloud from a written or printed document.

The teacher asked the student to read back the paragraph he just wrote.
Visual representation of "read back" - To read something aloud from a written or printed document.

Often appears as...

  • read back the notes
  • read back the list
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Visual representation of "read back"
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Classroom Setting

Often used in educational contexts when students are asked to verify what they've written.

Illustration for Classroom Setting
After completing the essay, the teacher had the students read back their thesis statements.
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Accuracy Check

Used to ensure information is correct, by having it repeated aloud.

Illustration for Accuracy Check
The scribe was asked to read back the dictated letter for accuracy.
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Review Process

Helpful for reviewing or summarizing notes or actions taken during a meeting.

Illustration for Review Process
Could you read back the action items we agreed on?
Visual representation of the word "Read back"

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