revise
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Definition
To look at something again to make changes or improvements, or to study something again, especially before an exam.
Usage & Nuances
In British English, "revise" often means 'study again' before a test; in American English, it's more about making corrections or updates (to writing or plans). Common collocations: "revise for an exam", "revise your essay". Don't confuse with 'review', which usually means to go over without changing.
Example Sentences
We had to revise our travel plans when the weather changed.
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My teacher told me to revise the last paragraph to make it clearer.
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I need to revise my notes before the test.
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Can you revise this report for errors?
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She always revises her essays before turning them in.
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I'm going to revise for my math exam this weekend.
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