rattle through
Quickly go over
To rattle through something is to complete it quickly and mechanically, often without much care or attention: She rattled through the safety instructions.
The phrase suggests speed at the expense of thoroughness—rushing through a list, a speech, or a task to get it done: He rattled through his homework so he could watch TV.
- dashQuick burst or pinch
- hastenTo accelerate or rush
- raceCompetition of speed
- checklistItemized verification guide
- whiskLooped wire mixer
accelerate · expedite · zip · recite · tick · tick off · reel off · errands · routine · gabble · whirlwind · duties · assignments · procedures · hurry · race against time · sprint · clatter
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Study something carefully
scrutinize · dwell on · mull over · wade through · digest
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Consider at length
reflect on · think through · contemplate · chew over · puzzle over
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