thumbed (through) (Meaning)

thumbed (through)

to turn the pages of (a book, magazine, etc.) quickly

Sarah thumbed through the pages of the magazine, searching for an interesting article.
The librarian thumbed through the card catalog, looking for a specific book.
The mechanic thumbed through the owner's manual, trying to find instructions on how to fix the car.
Emily thumbed through her old photos, reminiscing about happier times.
The artist thumbed through a sketchbook, seeking inspiration for his next masterpiece.
The student thumbed through his notes, preparing for an upcoming exam.
The businessman thumbed through a stack of proposals, evaluating their potential.
The historian thumbed through ancient texts, searching for clues about past events.
The cook thumbed through a recipe book, trying to find a dish that would impress her guests.
The mother thumbed through a baby album, filled with precious memories of her child.

to turn the pages of (a book, magazine, etc.) quickly

waded (through), scanned, dipped (into), read,leafed (through), turned over, pored (over),gobbled (up), skimmed, speed-read

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Sarah thumbed through the pages of the magazine, searching for an interesting article.

The librarian thumbed through the card catalog, looking for a specific book.

The mechanic thumbed through the owner's manual, trying to find instructions on how to fix the car.

Emily thumbed through her old photos, reminiscing about happier times.