Meaning of the word "dot the i's and cross the t's" in English
What does "dot the i's and cross the t's" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
dot the i's and cross the t's
US /dɑt ðə aɪz ænd krɔs ðə tiz/
UK /dɑt ðə aɪz ænd krɔs ðə tiz/
Idiom
1.
to pay great attention to the small details of something, especially when completing a task or preparing a document
Example:
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Before submitting the report, make sure to dot the i's and cross the t's.
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The lawyer spent hours dotting the i's and crossing the t's on the contract.
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