to give somebody or something a once-over
[give] {sb/sth} (a|the) once over

Definice a Význam "give somebody or something a once-over"

to give somebody or something a once-over
01

to examine a thing or person very quickly

to [give] {sb/sth} (a|the) once-over definition and meaning
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Can you give my paper a once-over?
He opened the door and quickly gave the apartment a once over, confirming that nothing was untoward.
to give something a once-over
to give something a once-over
01

to rid something of dirt in a rapid manner

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Before the guests arrived, she gave the living room a quick once-over, dusting the surfaces and fluffing the cushions.
He glanced at the report, giving it a once-over to check for any obvious errors before submitting it.
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