Read over

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phrasal verb

To read something carefully from beginning to end.

Before you sign the contract, make sure you read it over carefully to understand all the conditions.
Visual representation of "read over" - To read something carefully from beginning to end

Often appears as...

  • read over a document
  • read over a report
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Visual representation of "read over"
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Intent Focus

Use 'read over' when you need thorough understanding, not just skimming.

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He read over the instructions again to ensure he didn't miss any steps.
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Full Length

'Read over' implies going through the entire text from start to finish.

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I need to read over the whole book before my literature exam.
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Attention to Detail

Use 'read over' when checking for errors or details that you might have missed.

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Could you read over my email for any typos before I send it?
Visual representation of the word "Read over"

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