cast an eye over

Register · Neutral Neutral — appropriate in most situations, both spoken and written, without sounding too casual or too stiff. CEFR B2

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Figurative meaning

to look at or examine something quickly

Why this phrase?

You don't throw your eye; it means to glance at or review something.

Example

“Could you cast an eye over my report before I send it?”

Dictionary details

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attention

Expressions connected by reviewed component words or topic tags.

keep an eye on Neutral · CEFR A2

to watch or look after someone or something carefully, often to make sure nothing goes wrong

bear in mind Neutral · CEFR B1

to remember and consider something when making a decision

catch someone's eye Neutral · CEFR B1

to draw someone's notice or interest

in broad daylight Neutral · CEFR B1

openly and where people can clearly see it, especially during the daytime

keep a low profile Neutral · CEFR B1

to avoid notice or publicity by behaving discreetly

put two and two together Neutral · CEFR B1

to infer a conclusion by connecting the available clues

Source methodology

Meanings, register, CEFR, and examples come from the reviewed dictionary record. Expression notes may describe a reviewed present-day word picture or a background note; they are not presented as verified etymology.

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