v. 1. To examine or think about carefully; search. I went through the papers looking for Jane's letter. Mother went through the drawer looking for the sweater.
Synonym: GO OVER. 2. To experience; suffer; live through. Frank went through many dangers during the war. 3. To do what you are supposed to do; do what you promised. I went through my part of the bargain, but you didn't go through your part.
Synonym: CARRY OUT. 4. To go or continue to the end of; do or use all of. Jack went through the magazine quickly. We went through all our money at the circus.
Synonym: RUN THROUGH. 5. To be allowed; pass; be agreed on. I hope the new law we want goes through Congress. The sale of the store went through quickly.