fine-comb

Example Sentences

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While their claims were ultimately rejected, the German judges have demanded that Berlin parse ECB decisions with a fine comb when they may endanger taxpayer money.

From Reuters • Jul. 8, 2022

I know the Justice Department examines every merger with a fine comb.

From New York Times • Nov. 8, 2017

To check for lice, look through your child's hair with a fine comb, looking in particular behind the ears or base of the neck.

From US News • Oct. 26, 2015

Specialized combs are sold for this, but any fine comb will do.

From US News • Oct. 26, 2015

Then he ran a fine comb through my hair.

From "Hole in My Life" by Jack Gantos