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
Some 73% favored the call for an FBI look-see, said Rasmussen.
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Paul Bedard, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 27 Dec. 2024
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
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
The summer farmer’s market is worth a look-see too.
—Laura Kiniry, Smithsonian Magazine, 11 June 2024
The outcome of the look-see is perhaps moderately satisfying.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes, 14 Feb. 2024
Since cataracts can develop over time, your doctor will probably do a quick look-see at every checkup.
—Parents Editors, Parents, 7 June 2023
Paul Bedard, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 27 Dec. 2024
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
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
The summer farmer’s market is worth a look-see too.
—Laura Kiniry, Smithsonian Magazine, 11 June 2024
The outcome of the look-see is perhaps moderately satisfying.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes, 14 Feb. 2024
Since cataracts can develop over time, your doctor will probably do a quick look-see at every checkup.
—Parents Editors, Parents, 7 June 2023
Recent Examples of Synonyms for look-see
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Expect a push for greater transparency in association finances, reserve studies and inspection reports.—
Peter S. Sachs,
Sun Sentinel,
6 July 2025
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The Bee publishes weekly updates on health inspections across Sacramento County.—
Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado
July 4,
Sacbee.com,
4 July 2025
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The Chartered Accountant path relies heavily on examinations and a multiyear internship period—no college credit hours required at all.—
Bryce Welker,
Forbes.com,
7 July 2025
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Any suggestions? — UNCOUPLED IN SOUTH CAROLINA DEAR UNCOUPLED: Get that husband of yours to his doctor for a thorough physical and neurological examination.—
Jeanne Phillips,
Mercury News,
6 July 2025
Noun
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Brown set the goal of raising $350,000, the total cost of a forensic audit by Siedle.—
William Melhado
July 11,
Sacbee.com,
11 July 2025
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The organization had completed a preliminary audit that found at least $150,000 was missing or unaccounted for, the criminal complaint said.—
Alec Johnson,
jsonline.com,
11 July 2025
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The meeting was the second time the board sought to address the policy, after a meeting in April was abruptly cancelled following national scrutiny aimed at the Rutherford County's policy.—
Angele Latham,
The Tennessean,
14 July 2025
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Secondly, regulatory scrutiny and antitrust actions are considerable concerns.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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Still, after years of surveys showing the decline in alcoholic beverage consumption among the younger population, new data from IWSR is showing an uptick .—
Michelle Fox,
CNBC,
5 July 2025
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The decline was due to job gains of 93,000 in the household survey and a reduction of 130,000 in the labor force.—
Bill Stone,
Forbes.com,
5 July 2025
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