Review (Noun)
Meaning 1
(law) a judicial reexamination of the proceedings of a court (especially by an appellate court).
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Meaning 2
A formal or official examination; "the platoon stood ready for review"; "we had to wait for the inspection before we could use the elevator".
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Meaning 3
A summary at the end that repeats the substance of a longer discussion.
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Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
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Meaning 4
A subsequent examination of a patient for the purpose of monitoring earlier treatment.
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Nouns denoting acts or actions.
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- The doctor scheduled a review for six weeks after the surgery to check on the patient's progress.
- The nurse practitioner conducted a review of the patient's medication regimen to ensure it was still effective.
- A review of the patient's test results revealed that the infection was still present.
- The patient was due for a review with the specialist to assess the success of the treatment plan.
- The review appointment with the oncologist was crucial in determining the next course of action for the patient's cancer treatment.
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Meaning 5
A new appraisal or evaluation.
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Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.
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- The company will conduct a review of its current policies to ensure they are up to date.
- The board of directors will review the financial reports to make informed decisions.
- The teacher asked the students to review the material before the test to ensure they understood it.
- The government will conduct a review of the new tax laws to assess their impact.
- The editor will review the manuscript to check for errors and suggest improvements.
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Meaning 6
A periodical that publishes critical essays on current affairs or literature or art.
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Meaning 7
Practice intended to polish performance or refresh the memory.
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Meaning 8
(accounting) a service (less exhaustive than an audit) that provides some assurance to interested parties as to the reliability of financial data.
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Meaning 9
A variety show with topical sketches and songs and dancing and comedians.
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Meaning 10
An essay or article that gives a critical evaluation (as of a book or play).
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Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
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- The New York Times published a scathing review of the latest novel from the renowned author, citing numerous plot holes and poor character development.
- In the journal article, the scholar's review of the 18th-century playwright's work offered fresh insights into the historical context that shaped his most famous dramas.
- After watching the production, the theatre critic penned a glowing review of the performances, highlighting the cast's excellent chemistry and direction.
- Her blog is famous for its insightful reviews of young adult literature, offering guidance for parents and librarians on selecting the most engaging titles.
- In his lecture, the professor summarized his review of recent trends in economic research, challenging prevailing wisdom and stimulating a lively debate among students.