review carefully
I need to go over my notes before the exam.
go over — 3 meanings
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explain or examine in detail
Let me go over the instructions so everyone knows what to do.
be received
Her proposal didn't go over well with the board, so they decided to postpone the project.
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1. review carefully
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To look at something again, especially to check details or make sure you understand it.
I need to go over my notes before the exam.
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To discuss or explain something step by step, often so that everyone understands.
Let me go over the instructions so everyone knows what to do.
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To be accepted, perceived, or reacted to in a particular way by others, especially in terms of approval, popularity, or response.
Her proposal didn't go over well with the board, so they decided to postpone the project.
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