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once-over

[wuhns-oh-ver] / ˈwʌnsˌoʊ vər /


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But once a module is shipped to a site, local inspectors will often do their own once-over.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 14, 2026

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

After 10 minutes I give my work a good once-over.

From New York Times • Sep. 24, 2022

More dates followed — wine and cheese at her apartment, a bar hangout with Gloria’s numerous friends giving Andy a careful once-over.

From Washington Post • Nov. 27, 2021

She smiles and nods her head as if she understands she’s made a mistake, then gives me a once-over.

From "Al Capone Does My Shirts" by Gennifer Choldenko




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