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Phrasal Verbs Using 'Around', 'Over', & 'Along' - Checking, Considering, or Ignoring (Over)
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to check over
[Verb]
to inspect something closely to ensure accuracy, quality, or its overall condition
Ex: He checked the report over before submitting it.
to gloss over
[Verb]
to briefly explain or describe something, often leaving out complex or technical details
Ex: During the training session , the instructor tended to gloss over the intricacies of the software , leaving some participants confused .
to go over
[Verb]
to thoroughly review, examine, or check something
Ex: We need to go over the details of the project to make sure nothing is missed .
to look over
[Verb]
to examine or inspect something quickly
Ex: They will look over the financial reports before making any investment decisions .
to mull over
[Verb]
to think carefully about something for a long time
Ex: I'm going to mull it over and get back to you tomorrow.
to paper over
[Verb]
to hide problems, disagreements, or differences instead of addressing them fully or resolving them
Ex: They tried to paper over their differences , but deep down , the conflict remained .
to pore over
[Verb]
to examine something closely and attentively
Ex: As the exam neared , he pored over his notes every night .
to read over
[Verb]
to review something from start to finish in order to identify errors or gain a better understanding
Ex: Let's read the contract over together to ensure we both agree on the terms.
to run over
[Verb]
to review a text or information
Ex: The coach asked the team to run over the game plan one more time before the match .
to think over
[Verb]
to consider a matter carefully before reaching a decision
Ex: Let's think the options over before making a final decision.
to watch over
[Verb]
to be in charge of someone or something and to protect them from any harm
Ex: The bodyguard watches over the celebrity discreetly in public .
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