inspected superficially

[ɪnˈspɛktɪd ˌsuːpərˈfɪʃəli]
verb phrase
inspecionado superficialmente
1. examined or reviewed something in a cursory manner without thorough investigation or attention to detail
The building was inspected superficially before the sale was approved.
O edifício foi inspecionado superficialmente antes da venda ser aprovada.
2. to look over something hastily or casually without deep scrutiny
She inspected superficially the document and signed it without reading carefully.
Ela inspecionou superficialmente o documento e o assinou sem ler com atenção.
In Brazilian business and legal contexts, this phrase is frequently used when discussing inadequate due diligence in real estate transactions, document reviews, or quality control processes. The term reflects concerns about insufficient attention to detail in professional settings, which is culturally significant in discussions about accountability and professional standards.
NYC Slang
gave it the once-over
Synonyms / Sinônimos
glanced atskimmed overlooked over hastilyreviewed cursorilyexamined casually
Antonyms / Antônimos
inspected thoroughlyexamined carefullyscrutinized closelyinvestigated deeplyaudited completely

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
inspecionado superficialmente
standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
vistoriado por cima
colloquial alternative in business context
Rio de Janeiro
checado de forma rápida
informal variation commonly used
Portugal
inspeccionado superficialmente
uses double 'c' in European Portuguese spelling

Related Words

inspectionsuperficialcursoryglanceskimexaminesurface-level

Related Idioms & Phrases

just scratched the surface
gave a quick once-over
took a cursory look
didn't dig deep
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