going-over

Example Sentences

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Sunderland improved a lot as their game went on against Everton, but they got a real good going-over in the early stages.

From BBC • Nov. 6, 2025

We will give it a closer going-over, however, to ensure it’s a timely topic and isn’t easily mistaken for a way to drum up business.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 22, 2023

The pact, which has been submitted to Congress for review, will get a thorough going-over by lawmakers in the coming months.

From Washington Times • May 23, 2015

Sharon is practical though, maybe she wanted to give the books a quick going-over and squirt some bleach in the gents before swanning down the aisle.

From The Guardian • Apr. 27, 2013

Las Vegas was the one on top, and he gave it a quick going-over.

From Occasion for Disaster by Garrett, Randall