The committee is reviewing the new budget proposal.
The committee is reviewing the new budget proposal.
English
review
rɪˈvju, rɪˈvjuː, ɹɪˈvjuː
Meaning: to study again; to examine something again; to write a critical opinion
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Verb inflections
| Form | Inflected form |
|---|---|
| Base | review |
| 3rd person singular present | reviews |
| Present participle | reviewing |
| Past | reviewed |
| Will future | will review |
| Going-to future | going to review |
| Imperative negative | don't review / do not review |
Example sentences
I need to review my notes for the exam.
I need to review my notes for the exam.
The manager will approve your request once he reviews the details.
The manager will approve your request once he reviews the details.
The accountant reviewed the company's financial records.
The accountant reviewed the company's financial records.
The accountant spent all afternoon reviewing the company's accounts.
The accountant spent all afternoon reviewing the company's accounts.
Usage Notes
In an educational context, it means to study material again (British English often uses 'revise'). It can also mean to reconsider a decision or write an opinion on a book/movie.
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