walk through

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verb

walked through; walking through; walks through
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transitive verb

1
: to go through (a theatrical role, a familiar activity, etc.) perfunctorily (as in an early stage of rehearsal)
2
: to guide (someone, such as a novice) through an unfamiliar or complex procedure step-by-step
3
: to deal with or carry out perfunctorily

walk-through

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noun

1
: a perfunctory performance of a play or acting part (as in an early stage of rehearsal)
2
: a television rehearsal without cameras

Examples of walk through in a Sentence

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Noun
Go through a mental checklist of items (such as chargers, passport, stray jewelry) and do a walk-through of your room before leaving. Maya Kachroo-Levine, Travel + Leisure, 28 Apr. 2026 The after-hours, separate admission event in its sophomore year is a cross between Halloween Horror Nights and Comic-Con with walk-through attractions, fan zones and character meet-and-greet photo ops as well as cosplay opportunities, themed food and exclusive merchandise. Brady MacDonald, Oc Register, 24 Apr. 2026 The attraction had been announced in December as a guided, walk-through tour with an emphasis on conservation and education. Dewayne Bevil, The Orlando Sentinel, 24 Apr. 2026 The demand for this sort of walk-through service is already high, according to SF&EMS. Spencer Wilson, CBS News, 13 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for walk through

Word History

First Known Use

Noun

1940, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of walk through was in 1940

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“Walk through.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/walk%20through. Accessed 2 May. 2026.

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