read
verb (used with object)
to look at carefully so as to understand the meaning of (something written, printed, etc.).
am reading
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present progressiveof read (1st person singular).present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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I am reading as much history as I can, and intervening only when I feel I have something original to say.
From Salon ● Mar. 4, 2025
They seem to be building real momentum although I guess there is the risk I am reading too much into them being so comfortable against little Ipswich Town at the weekend.
From BBC ● Dec. 23, 2024
I am reading his first book of short stories called “Emporium” that I found at a used bookstore in New Jersey, and I couldn’t believe it because I thought I’d read all of his stuff.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 18, 2024
“I am reading reports that failed former Lt. Governor of Georgia, Jeff Duncan, will be testifying before the Fulton County Grand Jury,” Mr. Trump wrote on Truth Social.
From Washington Times ● Aug. 14, 2023
I am reading a lot now, and Miss Kinnian says I read very fast.
From "Flowers for Algernon" by Daniel Keyes
