overhaul
Americanverb (used with object)
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to make necessary repairs on; restore to serviceable condition.
My car was overhauled by an expert mechanic.
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to investigate or examine thoroughly for repair or revision.
Next year we're going to overhaul the curriculum.
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to gain upon, catch up with, or overtake, as in a race.
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to haul or turn over for examination.
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Nautical.
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to slacken (a rope) by hauling in the opposite direction to that in which the rope was drawn taut.
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to release the blocks of (a tackle).
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noun
verb
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to examine carefully for faults, necessary repairs, etc
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to make repairs or adjustments to (a car, machine, etc)
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to overtake
noun
Other Word Forms
- overhauler noun
- unoverhauled adjective
Etymology
Origin of overhaul
Example Sentences
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The overhaul includes an exception for unaccompanied minors, who will still receive protected status for a period of five years "while the Government considers the appropriate long-term policy for this group".
From Barron's
As the new head of Telluride, he overhauled what he considered the resort’s “horrible” cuisine.
The labor law is different: It requires votes, signaling Milei might have the support—and necessary willingness to make concessions—to pursue tougher changes ahead, including tax and pension overhauls, political analysts here said.
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's ruling party has approved plans to beef up the country's intelligence capability, a party official said Friday, as the premier pushes ahead with a defence overhaul.
From Barron's
Tennis star Tommy Paul and his fiancee, Paige Lorenze, have shown off the stunning overhaul of their “dream home”—just one month after they listed their respective homes.
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