read between the lines

clear one's lines

To clear the ball away from a dangerous position.

dictated but not read

Dictated, as to a secretary or stenographer, but not proofread by the person who dictated it.

have one's head read

To have one's mental health assessed, to receive a psychiatric examination.

quick read

A book, periodical, or other printed matter that is enjoyable to read and can be read quickly.

read in

To allow access to classified information.

read lips

To lipread.

read minds

To read people's minds (in general).

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.