fine-tooth comb in French
fine-tooth comb in French is peigne fin, passer au peigne fin, ratisser.
fine-tooth comb in French
peigne fin
A comb with fine, closely spaced teeth, especially one used for removing head lice and their nits (eggs) from the hair; a nit comb.
passer au peigne fin
(figuratively) To search (something or somewhere) meticulously.
ratisser
(figuratively) To search (something or somewhere) meticulously.
passer au crible
(figuratively) To search (something or somewhere) meticulously.
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What is "fine-tooth comb" in French?
"fine-tooth comb" in French is peigne fin, passer au peigne fin, ratisser.
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Yes — French has 4 translations listed for "fine-tooth comb": peigne fin, passer au peigne fin, ratisser, passer au crible.
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