"Perusals" Natural Recordings by Native Speakers
Preliminary readings or examinations of a written work, such as a manuscript or a book, usually for the purpose of detecting errors, making corrections, or deciding whether to publish it.
Peruked is the past tense of the verb "peruke", which is a rare or obsolete verb that means to dress or arrange (hair) with a peruke or wig. A peruke is a wig, typically one worn by men to cover their own hair. To peruked someone means to professionally style their wig or hairpiece on their head.
Peruse means to examine or read something carefully, often in a leisurely manner. This can include reading a book, article, or document for information, enjoyment, or to gain insight. In a business or formal setting, perusing might involve reviewing a report, contract, or policy to understand its contents or implications.