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fine-tooth comb

(fīnˈto͞othˈ) or fine-toothed comb (-to͞othtˈ, -to͞oÞdˈ)

noun
  1. A comb with teeth set close together.
  2. A method of searching or investigating in minute detail: examined the figures with a fine-toothed comb but found no errors.

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