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going-over

[goh-ing-oh-ver] / ˈgoʊ ɪŋˈoʊ vər /


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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

She gives her mixtape Cosmic Angel: The Illuminati Prince/ss a going-over, and not all is worth hearing.

From The Guardian Jan. 29, 2013

At the second going-over in her presence the topic was better shaken down, was in a more solidified form for her notebook.

From Joan of Arc of the North Woods by Holman Day

And one of the most thorough goings-over Ms. Lam gives is to the singular steak and how to perfectly prepare one.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 23, 2026

After several goings-over, he looks like a half-eaten eccles cake.

From The Guardian Oct. 11, 2012




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