close reading
Example Sentences
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But a few sharp traders who bet on an anti-cartel ground operation ended up winning, thanks to a close reading of Polymarket’s rules.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 11, 2026
UC Davis law professor Aaron Tang says understanding the Supreme Court’s order calls for a close reading of the statewide injunction handed down by U.S.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 19, 2026
A close reading reveals that the song is, in fact, a major bummer.
From Salon ● Dec. 31, 2025
She hosts the podcasts The Daily Fail, which is a comedic close reading of the tabloids, and How to Be Fine, which looks at the good and the bad of the wellness industry.
From Slate ● Oct. 22, 2023
In no other branch is there a call for such close reading, and only he who can get all the meaning out of the statement of a problem can be certain of his solution.
From Journeys Through Bookland, Vol. 10 The Guide by Sylvester, Charles Herbert
