as in inspection
a close look at or over someone or something in order to judge condition
received a thorough going-over before being sent on stage
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as in succeeding
to turn out as planned or desired
his sales pitch went over as expected and he saw a 200% increase in his commissions
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Recent Examples of going-over
Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Jan. 2026
Police say that the initial investigation indicates that Perry’s Jeep was traveling far too fast in the westbound lane and going over the double-yellow lines in order to pass first a tow truck and then the Elantra.
—Flint McColgan, Boston Herald, 17 Jan. 2026
The Cubs had whiffed on Bregman a year earlier when they were outbid by the Boston Red Sox, and chairman Ricketts had repeatedly expressed his revulsion for going over the luxury tax.
—Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 11 Jan. 2026
Such a move would have allowed the Heat to add a replacement player without going over the punitive luxury tax.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 10 Jan. 2026
His first action of the night came after about three minutes into the game, not long after going over to the exercise bike parked just outside the tunnel leading to their locker room, jumping on it while being advised by a member of the Hornets’ performance staff.
—Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 9 Jan. 2026
For me, this means quickly going over them with acetone and then applying a base coat, two color coats, and a top coat.
—Tamim Alnuweiri, InStyle, 7 Jan. 2026
That’s when Puff came in, kind of going over the songs and trying to complete them and stuff like that.
—Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 6 Nov. 2025
No more going over your lashes repeatedly and risking damage.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 18 Oct. 2025
Verb
The stainless steel lamp shell can withstand rain, snow, frost, and sleet, and can even handle the lawnmower going over it.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Jan. 2026
Police say that the initial investigation indicates that Perry’s Jeep was traveling far too fast in the westbound lane and going over the double-yellow lines in order to pass first a tow truck and then the Elantra.
—Flint McColgan, Boston Herald, 17 Jan. 2026
The Cubs had whiffed on Bregman a year earlier when they were outbid by the Boston Red Sox, and chairman Ricketts had repeatedly expressed his revulsion for going over the luxury tax.
—Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 11 Jan. 2026
Such a move would have allowed the Heat to add a replacement player without going over the punitive luxury tax.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 10 Jan. 2026
His first action of the night came after about three minutes into the game, not long after going over to the exercise bike parked just outside the tunnel leading to their locker room, jumping on it while being advised by a member of the Hornets’ performance staff.
—Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 9 Jan. 2026
For me, this means quickly going over them with acetone and then applying a base coat, two color coats, and a top coat.
—Tamim Alnuweiri, InStyle, 7 Jan. 2026
That’s when Puff came in, kind of going over the songs and trying to complete them and stuff like that.
—Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 6 Nov. 2025
No more going over your lashes repeatedly and risking damage.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 18 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for going-over
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While the next Neutron stage is being readied for its maiden flight, its Hungry Hippo fairing is undergoing post-delivery inspections ahead of transportation to MARS's Rocket Lab Launch Copmlex-3 (LC-3) for further tests.—
Josh Dinner,
Space.com,
28 Jan. 2026
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The panel recommended making such inspections mandatory.—
Daniel Lempres,
Sacbee.com,
28 Jan. 2026
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Author Ta-Nehisi Coates, an 8-year-old in West Baltimore at the time of the murder, offers piercing commentary on the impact of both the initial crime and the succeeding one, the grievously unjust trial that put three kids in the penitentiary.—
Sheri Linden,
HollywoodReporter,
28 Jan. 2026
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Builders succeeding in 2026 will prioritize cost discipline, engage pro-reform jurisdictions, invest selectively, build workforce resilience, and monitor regulatory developments closely.—
Brad Hunter,
Forbes.com,
26 Jan. 2026
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An in-depth examination uncovers moderate profitability and growth, coupled with a competitive valuation.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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The growing awareness that, even in mild COVID cases, the possibility exists for longer-term, often undetected organ damage also warrants more examination, researchers say.—
Stephanie Armour,
CBS News,
27 Jan. 2026
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San Jose was seventh in MLS with 60 goals scored while going 11-15-8 last season.—
Mercury News,
Mercury News,
14 Jan. 2026
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But most of its richest pleasures come down to Fiennes going balls to the wall with a truly memorable character — half lunatic and half visionary.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
13 Jan. 2026
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The Department of Economic and Community Development recently released an audit of public funds given to a Hartford nonprofit organization.—
Kevin Rennie,
Hartford Courant,
24 Jan. 2026
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The audit came in President Joe Biden’s first full year in the White House, when DEI policies were running rampant at universities and corporations across the country.—
Preston Mizell,
FOXNews.com,
24 Jan. 2026
Verb
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But the Nets, who were coming off a 54-point blowout loss to the crosstown New York Knicks, responded with a 12-2 run, then led for much of the opening quarter.—
Zack Cox,
Boston Herald,
24 Jan. 2026
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The Raiders, coming off a 3–14 season, are currently without a head coach after firing Pete Carroll following his first season on the job.—
Trevor Woods,
Forbes.com,
24 Jan. 2026
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While the Department of Justice deemed the shooting self-defense, the incident sparked widespread protests and brought long-term scrutiny to policing in the area.—
Alexandra Koch,
FOXNews.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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Noem has been under increasing scrutiny following Saturday’s fatal shooting of 37-year-old Alex Pretti by federal authorities in Minneapolis.—
Christopher Cann,
USA Today,
28 Jan. 2026
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Our tester, Alexandra, spends a lot of time swimming and working out, so a formula that tackles grease and sweat is paramount in her routine.—
Olivia Rose Rushing,
InStyle,
7 Jan. 2026
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Comeback season is also when the five really hone in on self-care, Yeji emphasizing sleep and working out and Chaeryeong fitting stretches into her rituals.—
Michelle Lee,
PEOPLE,
11 Nov. 2025
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“Going-over.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/going-over. Accessed 31 Jan. 2026.
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