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 sad fact is that my wife, Marion, has been cutting my hair at home for several years now, the little that I have left requiring no more than a quick going-over with the clippers.

From The Guardian • Apr. 24, 2020

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

The stranger gave him a cold, calculating going-over with those hard, suspicious eyes.

From Man of Many Minds by Evans, E. Everett (Edward Everett)