Meaning of 'Fine-tooth comb'
What does the saying 'Fine-tooth comb' mean?
Idiom: Fine-tooth comb
Meaning:
If you examine or search something with a fine-tooth comb, you do it very thoroughly or carefully.
('Fine-toothed comb' is also used.)
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