Etymology
Origin of reviewer
Example Sentences
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One reviewer argues the film leans harder into "volume and venom", sacrificing narrative depth for chest-thumping spectacle.
From BBC • Mar. 24, 2026
One anonymous peer reviewer on the manuscript had a generally positive review, but asked: How strong is this case, historically?
From Slate • Mar. 2, 2026
The state reviewer wrote back once to acknowledge receipt of further complaints he would add to the case file.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 19, 2026
Still, it’s probably best to avoid anything weird or embarrassing since a human reviewer eventually will see it.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 18, 2026
“If a monkey has become a man—what may not a man become?” the reviewer asked.
From "Charles and Emma: The Darwins' Leap of Faith" by Deborah Heiligman
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