Phrasal Verb - Raking Over
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.Definition
To thoroughly examine or discuss (a past event or issue) in order to criticize, reopen wounds, or find fault. This phrase refers to going over something meticulously and bringing up old and potentially unpleasant details.
Examples
| No. | Example |
|---|---|
| 1 | The media is raking over the scandal, bringing up old allegations against the politician. |
| 2 | I don't want to rake over the past; I'd rather focus on the future. |
| 3 | The defense lawyer tried to rake over the evidence to prove the defendant's innocence. |
| 4 | The family reunion was ruined when one member started raking over old grudges. |
| 5 | The investigators raked over every detail of the crime scene. |
| 6 | The ex-employees raked over the company's mismanagement during the deposition. |
| 7 | The journalist was criticized for raking over the tragic accident in her article. |
| 8 | The professor raked over the exam answers to ensure fairness and accuracy. |
| 9 | The manager raked over the project plans during the weekly meeting. |
| 10 | The detective raked over the evidence to find a link between the suspects |