Grammar fix
look over
examine quickly
To quickly check or review something, usually to find mistakes or get a general idea.
phrasal verbB1common
Hear it in context
Notice where the phrase sounds natural.
- I need to look over my essay before I hand it in.study
- Before the exam, I always look over my notes to refresh my memory.IELTS speaking
Fix the pattern
Pattern: look over + noun
WrongCan you look over of my essay?
RightCan you look over my essay?
'Look over + thing' directly — no 'of'.
Patternlook over + noun
Use it right
Choose the version that sounds natural in speech.
'Look over' is the natural verb for a quick check. 'Peruse' actually means read carefully (and sounds pompous).
Build natural chunks
Words that usually travel with it.
look overmy essaythe contractthe figuresit quickly
Don't confuse it
'Look over' means to check quickly, while 'go over' can mean to check in more detail.