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sum up

sum up


transitive and intransitive verb 
Definition:
 
1. summarize something: to present the main points or substance of something concisely

2. review evidence for jury: to summarize the main points of a court case for a jury ( refers to a judge )

3. briefly describe somebody or something: to describe or evaluate somebody or something concisely

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