fine tooth
/ˈfaɪn tuːθ/
adjective
- Having closely spaced teeth (as in a comb or saw), or used in the phrase 'fine-tooth comb' to mean very thorough and detailed.
- We need to examine the contract with a fine-tooth comb before signing.
- The detective went over the evidence with a fine-tooth comb.
- She used a fine-tooth comb to remove the tangles from her hair.
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