going-over
Americannoun
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a review, examination, or investigation.
The accounts were given a thorough going-over.
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a severe, thorough scolding.
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a sound thrashing; beating.
The hoodlums gave him a good going-over when they found him.
noun
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a check, examination, or investigation
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a castigation or thrashing
Other Word Forms
Etymology
Origin of going-over
1870–75, noun use of verb phrase go over
Example Sentences
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Sunderland improved a lot as their game went on against Everton, but they got a real good going-over in the early stages.
From BBC • Nov. 6, 2025
We will give it a closer going-over, however, to ensure it’s a timely topic and isn’t easily mistaken for a way to drum up business.
From Seattle Times • Dec. 22, 2023
The pact, which has been submitted to Congress for review, will get a thorough going-over by lawmakers in the coming months.
From Washington Times • May 23, 2015
Sharon is practical though, maybe she wanted to give the books a quick going-over and squirt some bleach in the gents before swanning down the aisle.
From The Guardian • Apr. 27, 2013
The stranger gave him a cold, calculating going-over with those hard, suspicious eyes.
From Man of Many Minds by Evans, E. Everett (Edward Everett)
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