once-over
Example Sentences
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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
Reader: I’m trying to reenter the workforce after some time away, and have given my résumé a good once-over.
From Washington Post ● Nov. 17, 2022
After 10 minutes I give my work a good once-over.
From New York Times ● Sep. 24, 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
Now my mother gave me the once-over and introduced the new housekeeper.
From "It All Comes Down to This" by Karen English
