cursory

Example Sentences

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In this instance, the bankers were aware of Mr. Roldugin’s connections but conducted only the most cursory of background checks.

From New York Times

At least three people reported his illegal stockpile to the police, which led to only a cursory inspection.

From New York Times

At the entrance to the monastery site, police officers made what appeared to be cursory vehicle checks.

From New York Times

A more curious omission is White’s failure to provide anything more than cursory mention of what happened to his band of refugees once they settled in the United States.

From Washington Post

We suspect that the truth checking will often be cursory.

From Salon