Word Verb
panning
v.
C1 Advanced US /ˈpænɪŋ/ UK /pˈænɪŋ/ pan·ning
Definition
v.a very negative review of a movie, book, or show. When a critic pans something, they are saying it is very bad.
v.a highly critical or negative review of a creative work.
Examples
“The movie got a terrible panning from the critics.”
“Despite the massive budget, the film received a scathing panning from the press, leading to low box office sales.”
“While the lead actor's performance was praised, the film as a whole was subjected to a harsh panning for its lack of originality and poor pacing.”
Real-world usage
“While he was searching for a missing goat he encountered a group of women panning along a riverbed.”
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Level C1 · Advanced
Frequency Occasional
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