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The phrase "a physical examination" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used in medical contexts to refer to an assessment of a person's body by a healthcare professional to check for signs of disease or health issues.
Example: "Before starting the new medication, the doctor recommended that I undergo a physical examination."
Alternatives: "a medical check-up" or "a health assessment".
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And it's true that a physical examination is often inaccurate.
I introduced myself and performed a physical examination.
At 7 a.m., he had a physical examination.
Catcher Joe Oliver took a physical examination yesterday.
"During those few minutes, rarely is a physical examination performed.
A physical examination revealed spastic paraplegia.
A physical examination revealed no particular symptoms.
The results of a physical examination were normal.
A physical examination on admission showed a mildly protuberant abdomen.
The survey participants were interviewed and completed a physical examination.
A physical examination was performed, and venous blood was sampled.
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