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Dec 15, 2009
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Dictionary of Phrase and Fable—F

Facings

To put one through his facings. To examine; to ascertain if what appears on the surface is superficial only.

“The Greek books were again had out, and Grace ... was put through her facings.” —A. Trollope.

Source: Dictionary of Phrase and Fable, E. Cobham Brewer, 1894
Façon de Parler
Facil&eumk; Princeps
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