once-over

Noun

Meaning

a swift cursory examination or inspection

Source: WordNet

Alternative names

once over

Synonyms

look-over study view test analysis trial review investigation observation survey check examination assessment evaluation probe

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Antonyms

distance detachment indifference coldness coolness aloofness

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Hypernyms

examination scrutiny

Examples

I gave him the once-over Source: Internet

She explained how making a date to change the oil on her classic helps provide a scheduled time to check in on her car, give things a once-over and remind her of any issues she may need to keep an eye on. Source: Internet

We all know that every time a man gives us the once-over, he's probably thinking about sex. Source: Internet

My head swimming, I squeezed in after him and gave him the once-over. Source: Internet

She gives me a brief once-over and a half grin—“Nice to meet you”—then turns back to her conversation with Penelope. Source: Internet

Close letter words and terms

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