look over
verb
looked over; looking over; looks over
: to inspect or examine especially in a cursory way
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The woman looks over and a cry of terror escapes her throat.
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Lizz Schumer, People.com, 31 July 2025
Slater looked over her shoulder and gave her the answer.
—Laylan Connelly, Oc Register, 31 July 2025
The Battlefield 6 key art, featuring men in military gear looking over a city under attack.
—Ryan Woodrow, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 July 2025
If needed, look over their resume, conduct mock interviews, and offer advice.
—Sarah Bregel, Parents, 23 July 2025
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Lizz Schumer, People.com, 31 July 2025
Slater looked over her shoulder and gave her the answer.
—Laylan Connelly, Oc Register, 31 July 2025
The Battlefield 6 key art, featuring men in military gear looking over a city under attack.
—Ryan Woodrow, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 July 2025
If needed, look over their resume, conduct mock interviews, and offer advice.
—Sarah Bregel, Parents, 23 July 2025
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“Look over.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/look%20over. Accessed 5 Aug. 2025.
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