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fine-tooth comb noun

  /ˌfaɪntuːθ ˈkəʊm/ , /ˌfaɪnˌtuθ ˈkoʊm/
  • A comb with fine, closely spaced teeth, especially one used for removing head lice and their nits (eggs) from the hair; a nit comb.
  • (figuratively) A means of making a thorough search.
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fine-tooth comb verb

  /ˌfaɪntuːθ ˈkəʊm/ , /ˌfaɪnˌtuθ ˈkoʊm/
  • (figuratively) To search (something or somewhere) meticulously.
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