Example Sentences

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The play emerges from a sleekly modern library, where patrons are perusing old editions of Lewis’ classic.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 5, 2023

The transition automakers are perusing requires building totally new factories, assembly lines and supply chains, a years-long process.

From Washington Post • Apr. 12, 2023

“They are perusing the menu and can’t find anything they want to eat,” said Stephen Brown, a veteran oil lobbyist who consults energy companies.

From Reuters • Mar. 23, 2022

Determined to set their own traditions, Millennials are perusing for fashion online, at independent boutiques and on Instagram — but in malls?

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 29, 2017

And in consequence of this his silent gratitude, we can never tell with any degree of certainty whether we are perusing his observations or his transcripts.

From Account of a Tour in Normandy, Volume 1 by Turner, Dawson