Cursory in a sentence

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Synonym: superficial, brief. Antonym: thorough, detailed

Meaning: Hasty and therefore not thorough or detailed; often refers to a quick glance or review.

Cursory simple sentence


- He gave a cursory glance at the report.
- The teacher made a cursory review of the homework.
- She completed a cursory check of the supplies.
- His cursory remarks did not satisfy her questions.
- They had a cursory discussion about the project.
- The cursory inspection missed some important details.
- She offered a cursory explanation before moving on.
- He wrote a cursory summary of the book.
- The cursory look at the menu didnt help him decide.
- She realized her cursory reading was not enough.
- He gave a cursory nod to acknowledge her.
- The cursory feedback was not very helpful.
- They had a cursory understanding of the topic.
- The cursory glance at the news was not enough.
- She realized that a cursory approach wouldnt work.
- He made a cursory observation during the meeting.
- The cursory glance at the map confused him.
- She took a cursory look at the instructions.
- His cursory approach led to mistakes.
- They preferred a deeper understanding, not a cursory one.
- The cursory response did not answer her concerns.
- She wished she hadnt given such a cursory effort.
- He realized that a cursory effort was not sufficient.
- The cursory review missed key points.
- She felt embarrassed by her cursory work.
- The cursory explanation left many questions unanswered.
- He quickly gave a cursory answer to avoid details.
- The cursory glance at her notes was not enough for the exam.
- They had a cursory chat before parting ways.
- She learned that cursory attention leads to errors.


Cursory in a sentence

(1) She gave the document a cursory read.

(2) I took a cursory glance at the report.

(3) The reviewer gave the book a cursory review.

(4) The artist gave the sketch a cursory glance.

(5) He made a cursory attempt at fixing the leak.

(6) The manager gave the proposal a cursory look.

(7) The programmer gave the code a cursory check.

(8) The lawyer gave the contract a cursory review.

(9) The chef gave the recipe a cursory read-through.

(10) The historian gave the document a cursory study.



Cursory sentence

(11) The scientist did a cursory analysis of the data.

(12) The musician gave the sheet music a cursory look.

(13) The analyst gave the report a cursory evaluation.

(14) The buyer gave the property a cursory evaluation.

(15) The traveler gave the itinerary a cursory glance.

(16) The doctor did a cursory examination of my throat.

(17) I gave the email a cursory scan before sending it.

(18) The doctor gave the patient a cursory examination.

(19) The engineer gave the design a cursory evaluation.

(20) The scientist gave the data a cursory examination.




Cursory make sentence

(21) The athlete gave the training plan a cursory read.

(22) The consultant gave the proposal a cursory review.

(23) The customer gave the product a cursory inspection.

(24) The researcher gave the study a cursory examination.

(25) I gave the contract a cursory read before signing it.

(26) The teacher gave the student's essay a cursory grade.

(27) The teacher gave a cursory look at the students' work.

(28) The architect gave the blueprint a cursory inspection.

(29) The designer gave the fashion sketch a cursory glance.

(30) The editor gave the manuscript a cursory read-through.



Sentence of cursory

(31) I gave the document a cursory glance before signing it.

(32) The doctor did a cursory check of the patient's vitals.

(33) I gave the document a cursory review before signing it.

(34) He gave the contract a cursory glance before signing it.

(35) The gardener did a cursory check of the plants for pests.

(36) I gave the room a cursory clean before my guests arrived.

(37) I gave the map a cursory look before starting my journey.

(38) The boss gave a cursory inspection of the employee's work.

(39) The investor gave the financial report a cursory analysis.

(40) I took a cursory glance at my homework before going to bed.




Cursory meaningful sentence

(41) The shopper did a cursory look at the prices before buying.

(42) The coach gave the team a cursory pep talk before the game.

(43) I took a cursory glance at the menu before ordering my food.

(44) He gave the map a cursory glance before starting his journey.

(45) She gave the recipe a cursory glance before starting to cook.

(46) The police officer did a cursory search of the suspect's car.

(47) The librarian did a cursory search for the book on the shelf.

(48) The artist did a cursory sketch of the scene before painting.

(49) The chef did a cursory taste test of the soup before serving.

(50) The librarian did a cursory check of the book for any damage.



Cursory sentence examples

(51) The inspector conducted a cursory inspection of the building.

(52) I took a cursory glance at the document before filing it away.

(53) The coach gave a cursory evaluation of the team's performance.

(54) The artist did a cursory study of the subject before painting.

(55) I gave the recipe a cursory read before attempting to cook it.

(56) The traveler did a cursory check of the weather before packing.

(57) The chef gave the recipe a cursory read before starting to cook.

(58) The teacher did a cursory check of the classroom before leaving.

(59) The teacher gave a cursory quiz to test the students' knowledge.

(60) The journalist conducted a cursory interview with the celebrity.



Sentence with cursory

(61) The manager gave the proposal a cursory look before approving it.

(62) She gave the menu a cursory glance before deciding what to order.

(63) The editor gave the article a cursory glance before making edits.

(64) The student did a cursory review of the material before the test.

(65) I gave the book a cursory read before deciding whether to buy it.

(66) The student gave a cursory presentation without much preparation.

(67) The musician gave a cursory play of the song before recording it.

(68) I gave a cursory glance at the menu before deciding what to order.

(69) I gave the book a cursory read before returning it to the library.

(70) The chef gave the recipe a cursory glance before starting to cook.




Use cursory in a sentence

(71) The traveler did a cursory check of their passport before leaving.

(72) The writer did a cursory edit of their story before submitting it.

(73) He gave the manuscript a cursory read, then decided to publish it.

(74) The detective conducted a cursory investigation of the crime scene.

(75) He gave the contract a cursory glance before agreeing to the terms.

(76) She gave the spreadsheet a cursory glance before entering the data.

(77) He gave the map a cursory glance before deciding on the best route.

(78) The musician did a cursory practice of the song before the concert.

(79) The parent did a cursory check of the child's room for cleanliness.

(80) He gave the proposal a cursory review, then suggested some changes.



Sentence using cursory

(81) The researcher conducted a cursory study to gather initial findings.

(82) She gave the painting a cursory glance before admiring it in detail.

(83) She gave the proposal a cursory read, then suggested some revisions.

(84) The doctor performed a cursory examination of the patient's symptoms.

(85) The lawyer only gave the contract a cursory review before signing it.

(86) The researcher conducted a cursory survey to gather preliminary data.

(87) She gave the email a cursory glance before hitting the delete button.

(88) The scientist did a cursory review of the research before presenting.

(89) I only had time for a cursory inspection of the car before buying it.

(90) I only had time for a cursory look at the art exhibit before leaving.



Cursory example sentence

(91) The engineer gave a cursory design of the machine before building it.

(92) The teacher only gave the students a cursory explanation of the topic.

(93) The student did a cursory review of the math problems before the quiz.

(94) I gave the website a cursory browse before deciding whether to use it.

(95) The parent did a cursory check of their child's backpack before school.

(96) The mechanic did a cursory inspection of the car before the test drive.

(97) The doctor gave me a cursory examination before prescribing medication.

(98) He gave the contract a cursory read, then signed it without hesitation.

(99) The manager gave the report a cursory review, then asked for more data.

(100) He gave the budget a cursory look, then decided to allocate more funds.



Sentence with word cursory

(101) The journalist wrote a cursory article about the new restaurant in town.

(102) The manager gave the employee's performance review a cursory assessment.

(103) The teacher gave the students a cursory overview of the historical event.

(104) She gave the email a cursory scan, then replied with a detailed response.

(105) She gave the book a cursory read before deciding it wasn't worth her time.

(106) She gave the email a cursory glance before forwarding it to her colleague.

(107) He gave the project a cursory evaluation, then assigned tasks to his team.

(108) I only had time to give a cursory glance at the report before the meeting.

(109) He only gave the book a cursory glance before putting it back on the shelf.

(110) The editor gave the article a cursory glance before deciding to publish it.



Sentence of cursory

(111) The teacher gave the students' essays a cursory glance before grading them.

(112) The musician did a cursory tuning of the instrument before the performance.

(113) The lawyer gave a cursory review of the case before presenting it in court.

(114) The doctor gave me a cursory examination, then recommended further testing.

(115) She gave the painting a cursory glance, then realized it was a masterpiece.

(116) The supervisor gave the employee's report a cursory glance before filing it.

(117) She gave the painting a cursory glance before moving on to the next exhibit.

(118) He gave the job application a cursory glance before scheduling an interview.

(119) The librarian gave the book a cursory glance before placing it on the shelf.

(120) He took a cursory look at the car, then decided to take it for a test drive.



Cursory used in a sentence

(121) The chef gave a cursory taste of the dish before serving it to the customers.

(122) The editor gave the article a cursory look, then decided it needed more work.

(123) The traveler gave a cursory glance at the map before heading out on the hike.

(124) The teacher gave the students' homework a cursory glance before collecting it.

(125) The inspector conducted a cursory inspection of the building's safety measures.

(126) The manager gave the report a cursory glance before presenting it to the board.

(127) The lawyer gave the legal document a cursory glance before advising his client.

(128) The teacher gave the students' tests a cursory glance before handing them back.

(129) The police officer did a cursory check of the area for any suspicious activity.

(130) I took a cursory glance at the menu, but I already knew what I wanted to order.



Cursory sentence in English

(131) The designer gave a cursory glance at the sketches before starting the project.

(132) The doctor gave the patient's X-rays a cursory glance before making a diagnosis.

(133) The boss gave a cursory approval of the project without reviewing it thoroughly.

(134) The architect gave a cursory design of the building before finalizing the plans.

(135) The doctor's cursory examination of the patient's symptoms led to a misdiagnosis.

(136) The artist gave a cursory sketch of the painting before starting the final piece.

(137) The designer gave a cursory sketch of the outfit before creating the final piece.

(138) The lawyer gave the legal document a cursory glance before preparing his argument.

(139) She gave the report a cursory read, then decided to delve deeper into the details.

(140) She gave the book a cursory flip-through, then decided to read it more thoroughly.

(141) She gave the recipe a cursory glance, then realized she was missing an ingredient.

(142) The photographer gave a cursory shot of the scene before taking the final picture.

(143) The investor gave the business plan a cursory evaluation before deciding to invest.

(144) The inspector conducted a cursory check of the construction site's safety measures.

(145) The librarian gave a cursory glance at the book before adding it to the collection.

(146) The lawyer's cursory examination of the evidence led to a breakthrough in the case.

(147) The historian gave a cursory overview of the time period without going into detail.

(148) The lawyer gave the contract a cursory review, then advised his client to negotiate.

(149) The teacher gave us a cursory overview of the lesson before diving into the details.

(150) He gave the newspaper article a cursory glance before discussing it with his friends.

(151) The editor gave a cursory glance at the article before sending it to the proofreader.

(152) The scientist conducted a cursory experiment before conducting a more in-depth study.

(153) The detective gave the crime scene a cursory glance before starting the investigation.

(154) He gave the newspaper article a cursory glance before moving on to the sports section.

(155) The doctor gave a cursory glance at the patient's chart before entering the exam room.

(156) The detective gave the crime scene a cursory inspection, then began to gather evidence.

(157) The manager gave the budget proposal a cursory glance before presenting it to the board.

(158) The investor gave a cursory glance at the financial statements before making a decision.

(159) The journalist wrote a cursory article about the event without delving into the details.

(160) The inspector gave the building plans a cursory glance before approving the construction.

(161) The detective gave a cursory glance at the crime scene before starting his investigation.

(162) The teacher gave a cursory glance at the homework before collecting it from the students.

(163) The teacher's cursory review of the students' essays revealed several grammatical errors.

(164) The investor gave the proposal a cursory evaluation, then decided to invest in the project.

(165) The manager gave a cursory review of the employee's performance without going into specifics.

(166) The journalist's cursory interview with the politician failed to uncover any new information.

(167) The doctor gave the patient's medical records a cursory glance before starting the examination.

(168) The teacher gave a cursory explanation of the topic, but the students still had many questions.

(169) The detective's cursory investigation of the crime scene left many important clues undiscovered.

(170) Although the book's cursory summary seemed uninteresting, the actual content was quite engaging.

(171) Despite my cursory glance at the map, I was able to find my way to the destination without getting lost.

(172) Despite her cursory knowledge of the subject, she was able to answer the professor's questions with ease.

(173) Although I only took a cursory glance at the report, I could tell that it was well-researched and thorough.

(174) Even with just a cursory understanding of the language, I was able to navigate my way around the foreign city.

(175) Despite only taking a cursory glance at the report, she was able to identify several errors, and she promptly notified her supervisor.

(176) After conducting a cursory investigation, the detective realized that there were several suspects, and he decided to pursue each lead.

(177) Despite his cursory knowledge of the subject, he was able to contribute valuable insights to the discussion, and he impressed his peers.

(178) Despite her cursory understanding of the language, she was able to communicate effectively with the locals, and she made many new friends.

(179) While she was conducting a cursory review of the company's financial statements, she noticed some irregularities, and she alerted the auditors.

(180) While he was giving a cursory overview of the project, he realized that he had overlooked a crucial detail, and he quickly amended his presentation.

(181) While he was giving a cursory explanation of the theory, he realized that he had oversimplified it, and he decided to delve deeper into the subject.

(182) Although he had only taken a cursory glance at the map, he was able to navigate his way through the unfamiliar terrain, and he reached his destination on time.

(183) After conducting a cursory examination of the patient, the doctor ordered some tests, and she discovered a serious condition that required immediate treatment.

(184) Although she had only given the document a cursory read, she was able to discern the author's main argument, and she engaged in a lively debate with her colleagues.



Cursory meaning


Cursory is an adjective that describes something that is done quickly and without much attention to detail. It can also refer to a brief or superficial examination or review of something. Here are some tips for using the word cursory in a sentence:


1. Use it to describe a quick glance or overview: "After a cursory inspection of the car, the mechanic determined that it needed a new battery."


2. Use it to describe a brief or superficial examination: "The lawyer gave the contract a cursory review before signing it, but later realized she had missed an important clause."


3. Use it to describe a hasty or rushed action: "The chef gave the recipe only a cursory glance before starting to cook, resulting in a dish that was missing several key ingredients."


4. Use it to describe a lack of attention to detail: "The student's cursory research led to a paper that was full of errors and inaccuracies."


5. Use it to describe a lack of interest or enthusiasm: "The audience gave the speaker only a cursory applause, indicating that they were not impressed with the presentation."


6. Use it to describe a quick or perfunctory action: "The security guard gave the visitor's ID a cursory glance before allowing them into the building."


7. Use it to describe a superficial understanding or knowledge: "The journalist's cursory knowledge of the subject led to a poorly researched article."

Overall, the word cursory is useful for describing actions or examinations that are done quickly and without much attention to detail. It can also be used to describe a lack of interest or enthusiasm, or a superficial understanding of a subject. When using the word in a sentence, be sure to provide enough context so that the reader understands the meaning and intent behind the word.





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