English

Noun
spot check

1. idiom A cursory inspection or examination or the inspection or examination of a sample of something.

#: They do not measure each one, but they do a spot check on a few parts before shipping.

Verb
spot check

1. idiom To inspect or examine briefly, or by sampling.

#: They spot check the rooms periodically for problems.

Alternative forms
spot-check is another common spelling for the verb, somewhat less commonly used for the noun.

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