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perusing

Pronunciation: [pəˈruːzɪŋ]

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Learn how to use perusing in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “reading”

(verb) to read something carefully and in detail. It's like when you take your time looking through a book, making sure you understand everything.

Example

She is perusing the recipe book to find a special dish for dinner.

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He didn't bother perusing the document and missed some important information.

Example

Are you perusing the articles for your school project?

Context: “shopping”

(verb) to look through items carefully while shopping. Imagine browsing through clothes in a store, taking time to see what you like.

Example

They were perusing the store when they found a beautiful dress on sale.

Example

She rushed through the store and didn’t spend time perusing the items.

Example

Did you enjoy perusing the shops in the mall?

How to pronounce perusing

Pronunciation: [pəˈruːzɪŋ]

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