TBR

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/tiː biː ɑːr/
TBR is an abbreviation that can mean “to be reviewed” in editorial contexts or “to be read” in literary contexts.

Examples

  • The library’s shelf has a TBR tag for new arrivals.
  • TBR the draft before the final deadline.
  • She added the classic novel to her TBR pile.
  • All pending items are listed as TBR.
  • We shared our TBR recommendations on the forum.

Similar words

To‑readPending reviewFuture readingReview requiredReading listNeeds reviewPending readTo be readTo be reviewedAwaiting review

Meanings

To be reviewed

An abbreviation indicating that a text or item should be examined further.
derived from the initial letters of the phrase “to be reviewed”.

Examples

  • TBR the draft before the final deadline.
  • The report is marked TBR for the committee.
  • Please flag any sections that are TBR.
  • The manuscript is currently TBR by the editors.
  • All pending items are listed as TBR.

Similar words

To be reviewedNeeds reviewPending reviewAwaiting reviewReview required

To be read

Used in reading lists to mark books that the reader intends to read.
formed from the initial letters of the phrase “to be read”.

Examples

  • My summer reading list includes several TBR titles.
  • I keep a TBR column in my notebook for upcoming novels.
  • The library’s shelf has a TBR tag for new arrivals.
  • She added the classic novel to her TBR pile.
  • We shared our TBR recommendations on the forum.

Similar words

To be readReading listPending readTo‑readFuture reading
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