read-through

Or read·through

[reed-throo]

noun

1. reading.

2. reading.

Word History and Origins

Origin of read-through¹

First recorded in 1960–65; noun use of verb phrase read through

Example Sentences

Bonneville and Dockery have been playing father and daughter since they first met on the day of the show’s first read-through in 2010.

From Los Angeles Times

“I mispronounced words in every single read-through, and I was usually mortified,” Holmes said, laughing.

From Los Angeles Times

After a read-through of the first six episodes, the producers thought that original Angie Watts actress Jean Fennell was not quite working in the role.

From BBC

The read-through ends around 8 p.m.

From Los Angeles Times

It was only at the read-through that everyone learned Grace Penn was president of the United States.

From Los Angeles Times

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