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Skimming is a reading technique used to quickly identify the main ideas of a text without delving into every detail. It involves glancing through the material, focusing on headings, subheadings, and any highlighted or bolded text. Readers often look for keywords and phrases that represent the core concepts. This method is beneficial for getting a general sense of the content, making it useful for previewing or reviewing texts, as well as for comprehension checks prior to more in-depth reading. Skimming can save time, especially when assessing whether a piece of material is relevant to specific needs.