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spot-check

spot check

noun
a random sampling or quick sample investigation: A spot check showed that at least ten percent of the items were defective.

Origin:
1940–45

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spot-check

[spot-chek]
verb (used with object)
1.
to examine or investigate by means of a spot check.
verb (used without object)
2.
to conduct a spot check.

Origin:
1940–45

spot-check·er, noun
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spot-check

verb
pick out random samples for examination in order to ensure high quality 
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