perusing

Example Sentences

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When perusing our final list of the 101 best book club picks, my eyes popped.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

It included learning how to speed up tasks like perusing Glassdoor, where people post about their jobs, and suggested the best AI tool for each purpose.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 5, 2026

One woman perusing the flowers outside the Bondi Pavilion on Sunday admits she is too scared to do that.

From BBC • Dec. 21, 2025

So next time you’re in the herb aisle, perusing the verdant options, bypass the usual suspects.

From Salon • Apr. 3, 2025

“You have serious problems,” he said, perusing a stack of papers on the table.

From "Kaffir Boy: An Autobiography" by Mark Mathabane