book review
Americannoun
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a critical description, evaluation, or analysis of a book, especially one published in a newspaper or magazine.
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a section or page of a newspaper or magazine devoted to such material.
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Origin of book review
First recorded in 1860–65
Example Sentences
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That may be the most honest review a Chinese EV has gotten in this Nordic country.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 7, 2026
Pledged an "honest review" which will be drawn up over the next few weeks but declined to be drawn on changes to leadership;
From BBC • Feb. 2, 2025
The Times asked four young sci-fi stars, all born in the 21st century, to watch one and give an honest review.
From New York Times • Aug. 5, 2022
At least Ross gave an honest review of Rachel’s abominable Thanksgiving trifle.
From Washington Post • Sep. 22, 2019
If you are one of the four people left without one, please consider my honest review and opt out.
From Slate • Jul. 17, 2019
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