Look over
phrasal verb
To examine or inspect something briefly but carefully.
Please look over your test before you hand it in.
Often appears as...
- look over documents
- look over homework
phrasal verb
To review or consider something thoroughly.
She took some time to look over the contract before signing it.
Often appears as...
- look over contract
- look over plans
phrasal verb
To watch or supervise someone or something.
As the eldest sibling, it's your responsibility to look over your younger brothers while mom and dad are out.
Often appears as...
- look over the younger siblings
- look over a project
phrasal verb
To examine or inspect something briefly but carefully.
Please look over your test before you hand it in.
Often appears as...
- look over documents
- look over homework
phrasal verb
To review or consider something thoroughly.
She took some time to look over the contract before signing it.
Often appears as...
- look over contract
- look over plans
phrasal verb
To watch or supervise someone or something.
As the eldest sibling, it's your responsibility to look over your younger brothers while mom and dad are out.
Often appears as...
- look over the younger siblings
- look over a project
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/3Quick Check
Used when examining something in a short time, not in detail.
Can you look over my answers quickly?
Pro Tip 2/3Surface Scan
Implies a superficial review, possibly missing deeper issues.
He looked over the report, but missed the typo.
Pro Tip 3/3Pre-Submission
Often used to suggest a final check before submitting work.
Look over your essay for any mistakes before turning it in.
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