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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

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-checker, noun
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spot check  
n.  An inspection or investigation that is carried out at random or limited to a few instances.
spot'-check' (spŏt'chěk') v.
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