Pronunciation: /ˈkɜrsəri/

Definitions of cursory

adjective A cursory examination or review is a brief and hasty one, often lacking in detail or thoroughness.

Example Sentences

A1 She gave the document only a cursory glance before signing it.

A2 The detective conducted a cursory investigation before delving deeper into the case.

B1 The teacher's cursory feedback on the essays left the students feeling confused.

B2 The manager's cursory review of the project plan led to several overlooked errors.

C1 His cursory examination of the evidence revealed inconsistencies that required further analysis.

C2 The CEO's cursory assessment of the company's financials failed to uncover the underlying issues.

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