dictated but not read
idiomDictated, as to a secretary or stenographer, but not proofread by the person who dictated it.
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have one's head read
To have one's mental health assessed, to receive a psychiatric examination.
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quick read
A book, periodical, or other printed matter that is enjoyable to read and can be read quickly.
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read between the lines
To infer a meaning that is not stated explicitly.
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read in
To allow access to classified information.
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read lips
To lipread.
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read minds
To read people's minds (in general).
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read oneself in
To read aloud the Thirty-nine Articles and the Declaration of Assent; required of a clergyman of the Church of England when he first officiates in a new benefice.
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read out
To read something and say the words to inform other people; to call.