once-over

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Less costly inspections will still have someone under the car doing all the things that many sellers have already done – looking for leaks, inspecting axles and tires, and giving the car a good once-over.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 17, 2024

If you like grilling, it’s important to give your grill a once-over before the first big cookout of the season.

From New York Times • Jun. 4, 2023

Using your favorite all-purpose cleaner, give the exterior of your washing machine a good once-over.

From Salon • Jul. 30, 2022

After tidying up the room and doing a final once-over, the 52-year-old was done chit-chatting and impatient to start his day, collecting recyclables.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 29, 2022

Mr. Ray stood there for a second and gave me a once-over, as if he was upset that I was trying to work in Cluck Bucket.

From "The Boy in the Black Suit" by Jason Reynolds