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To modify something after a thorough examination
“Work began at the end of May to overhaul a zebra crossing and widen footways on Pickwick Road to make it safer for school children and shoppers.”
To take something apart in order to examine it and repair it if necessary
“He admitted that plans to overhaul the system would not now be completed until spring 2005 at the earliest, a delay of six months.”
To move fast enough to reach or pass someone or something ahead
“Last year, they clawed back a huge deficit to overhaul Wenger's men.”
To move fast enough to get past
“He would rise to the challenge and overhaul Samuel by mid-day to secure victory.”
To change or alter in some way, especially written material
(of a feeling) To affect (someone) suddenly and powerfully
To run further or faster than another, or to finish a race with a large margin
Plural for a thorough examination, typically followed by changes where necessary
“In a preliminary study, we will conduct an overhaul of your products' design, construction, and functionality.”
Plural for changes made following a thorough examination
“The damning report would lead to a complete overhaul of operating procedures.”
Plural for a vigorous reorganization, especially of the personnel or procedures of an organization
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