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going-over
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go·ing–over

noun \ˌgō-iŋ-ˈō-vər, ˌgȯ(-)iŋ-\
plural go·ings–over

Definition of GOING-OVER

1
a : a severe scolding
b : beating
2
: a thorough examination
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First Known Use of GOING-OVER

1872

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Synonyms
audit, check, checkup, examination, going-over, look-see, review, scan, scrutiny, survey, view

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