as in inspection
a close look at or over someone or something in order to judge condition
gave the painting a preliminary look-see to determine whether it could possibly be a genuine old master
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Recent Examples of look-see
The Euphoria and The White Lotus star, who is particularly fond of buying old houses and restoring them, was recently spotted taking a look-see at a vintage residence that is now for sale at a smidge under $15 million, according to the New York Post.
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Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 31 Oct. 2025
In the two seasons following his Tommy John surgery in August 2022, take a look-see at Buehler’s statline — uh, hide the kids for this one — an 8-13 record with a 5.42 ERA and 38 home runs allowed in 187⅔ innings.
—Anthony Stitt, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025
Some 73% favored the call for an FBI look-see, said Rasmussen.
—Paul Bedard, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 27 Dec. 2024
The organization has several players on entry deals who are developing well and could land in the NHL (at least for a quick look-see) at some point during the year to come.
—Allan Mitchell, The Athletic, 4 Aug. 2024
At Saturday’s Comic-Con, Reid brought down the roof in Ballroom 20 when fans got a look-see at his rocker alter-ego.
Vampire, which is a contemporary adaptation of Rice’s gothic novel of the same name, just wrapped its second season.
—Lynette Rice, Deadline, 27 July 2024
The summer farmer’s market is worth a look-see too.
—Laura Kiniry, Smithsonian Magazine, 11 June 2024
From fresh and prepped Factor meal deals to Umami Cart's veggie discounts, the following limited-time meal delivery service sales are worth a look-see.
—Alexandra Polk, refinery29.com, 19 Jan. 2024
Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 31 Oct. 2025
In the two seasons following his Tommy John surgery in August 2022, take a look-see at Buehler’s statline — uh, hide the kids for this one — an 8-13 record with a 5.42 ERA and 38 home runs allowed in 187⅔ innings.
—Anthony Stitt, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025
Some 73% favored the call for an FBI look-see, said Rasmussen.
—Paul Bedard, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 27 Dec. 2024
The organization has several players on entry deals who are developing well and could land in the NHL (at least for a quick look-see) at some point during the year to come.
—Allan Mitchell, The Athletic, 4 Aug. 2024
At Saturday’s Comic-Con, Reid brought down the roof in Ballroom 20 when fans got a look-see at his rocker alter-ego.
Vampire, which is a contemporary adaptation of Rice’s gothic novel of the same name, just wrapped its second season.
—Lynette Rice, Deadline, 27 July 2024
The summer farmer’s market is worth a look-see too.
—Laura Kiniry, Smithsonian Magazine, 11 June 2024
From fresh and prepped Factor meal deals to Umami Cart's veggie discounts, the following limited-time meal delivery service sales are worth a look-see.
—Alexandra Polk, refinery29.com, 19 Jan. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for look-see
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One Dallas restaurant failed inspection and roaches were found at four others in the latest round of city health inspections, according to the inspection report.—
Lillie Davidson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
25 Mar. 2026
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Legal search for answers Court filings show the Police Department previously received a subpoena to allow for the inspection of evidence collected at the crime scene, including a bullet fragment, blood swabs and articles of clothing worn by Jane Doe.—
Sam Charles,
Chicago Tribune,
25 Mar. 2026
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At one point Gentile agreed to submit to a polygraph examination, presumably to demonstrate his denials were truthful.—
Edmund H. Mahony,
Hartford Courant,
22 Mar. 2026
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An examination of the girl after one of the assaults found evidence that she was victimized by Campos.—
Jesse Sarles,
CBS News,
21 Mar. 2026
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But a scathing audit last year by the state auditor found that severe staffing shortages have meant the majority of the agency’s workplace investigations are conducted by letter rather than in person —an approach that relies on employers largely policing themselves.—
Joe Rubin,
Sacbee.com,
21 Mar. 2026
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It was determined at least $467,000 went missing during Manzoor’s tenure and likely more, as an audit is still being conducted, the records say.—
Harry Harris,
Mercury News,
21 Mar. 2026
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With years of scrutiny but little action, some advocates say the results signal the coming of a new era.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
26 Mar. 2026
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The facility has faced growing scrutiny from immigration lawyers and advocates, who say children there have struggled to access adequate medical care and education in an environment where lights remain on around the clock and officers stand guard.—
Mike Hixenbaugh,
NBC news,
25 Mar. 2026
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Insee’s monthly survey of the manufacturing fell three points to 99 in March, back below the long-term average of 100 for the first time since November.—
William Horobin,
Bloomberg,
26 Mar. 2026
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According to researchers who participated in the study, the dictatorships in those countries blocked Gallup from conducting its surveys freely.—
Andres Oppenheimer,
Miami Herald,
25 Mar. 2026
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