briefly inspected
[ˈbrifli ɪnˈspɛktɪd]
verb phrase (past tense)
inspecionado brevemente
1. to examine something quickly and superficially for a short period of time
The inspector briefly inspected the building before approving the permit.
O inspetor inspecionou brevemente o prédio antes de aprovar o alvará.
2. to look over or check something in a cursory manner without detailed examination
She briefly inspected the merchandise and decided to purchase it.
Ela inspecionou brevemente a mercadoria e decidiu comprá-la.
In both American and Brazilian business contexts, 'briefly inspected' is commonly used in quality control, customs, and official inspection scenarios. In Brazil, the more casual 'deu uma olhada' or 'conferiu rapidamente' is often preferred in everyday speech, while formal inspection reports use 'inspecionado brevemente.'
NYC Slang
gave it a once-over
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