fact-check

verb

ˈfak(t)-ˌchek 

fact-checked; fact-checking; fact-checks

transitive verb

: to verify the factual accuracy of

fact-check the article before publication

fact-checker

ˈfak(t)-ˌche-kər 

noun

Examples of fact-check in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The image was manipulated by artificial intelligence and posted by a Colombian artist, according to Brazilian fact-checking outlet Agência Lupa. — Alessandra Freitas, CNN Money, 2 Nov. 2026

As a congressman, Rogers previously supported proposals to allow some Social Security payroll taxes to go to private investment accounts, according to the fact-checking website. — Lorie Konish, CNBC, 1 Nov. 2026

The Charlotte Observer has fact-checked where candidates in three key races stand on the issue. — Kimberly Tutuska, Charlotte Observer, 30 Oct. 2026

Voters don’t need a fact-check to notice when a hospital shuts down or reduces service. — Rachel Cohen Booth, Vox, 30 Oct. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1973, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for fact-check

• aztec
• breakneck
• codec
• exec
• mixtec
• paycheck
• pinchbeck
• recheck
• redneck
• toltec
• beck
• breck