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Puruse

Part of Speech: Verb

Sense 1: To read or examine carefully

Description: When someone peruses something, they read or examine it carefully, paying close attention to the details.

Sample Sentence: I took my time to peruse the novel, savoring every word and analyzing the author's writing style.

Sense 2: To browse or look through something casually

Description: In a different sense, when someone peruses something, they casually browse through it, often without a specific purpose or intention to comprehensively understand it.

Sample Sentence: I enjoy visiting antique stores and perusing old photographs to see if I can find any hidden gems.

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense 1: An act of carefully reading or examining

Description: In this sense, a peruse refers to the act of carefully reading or examining something, usually done with attention to detail.

Sample Sentence: The editor gave the manuscript a thorough peruse to identify any grammar or spelling mistakes before publication.