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
Noun Inflected 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 sad fact is that my wife, Marion, has been cutting my hair at home for several years now, the little that I have left requiring no more than a quick going-over with the clippers.
From The Guardian ● Apr. 24, 2020
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
He was determined to give the situation a good going-over in his mind.
From All-Wool Morrison by Day, Holman
And one of the most thorough goings-over Ms. Lam gives is to the singular steak and how to perfectly prepare one.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 23, 2026
After several goings-over, he looks like a half-eaten eccles cake.
From The Guardian ● Oct. 11, 2012
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