checklist
noun
check·list
ˈchek-ˌlist 
: a list of things to be checked or done
a pilot's checklist before takeoff
also
: a comprehensive list
Examples of checklist in a Sentence
Before takeoff the pilot went down his checklist of safety precautions.
I still have one thing left to do on my checklist.
a checklist of bird species
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Each engaged couple in attendance will receive a complimentary copy of the 2025 Arkansas Democrat-Gazette Wedding Planner, featuring wedding timelines, wedding inspiration, photography, editorials, checklists and a directory of local wedding businesses.
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Eric E. Harrison, Arkansas Online, 29 Oct. 2025
Masson tells her students to run through a mental checklist when trying to determine whether a hurricane video is AI or real.
—Alex Harris, Miami Herald, 29 Oct. 2025
Poking around in Krabs’ stash of seafaring collectibles, SpongeBob and Patrick inadvertently summon the Flying Dutchman, who promises to help SpongeBob complete his swashbuckling checklist.
—Justin Lowe, HollywoodReporter, 28 Oct. 2025
Prepare an emergency bag If possible, families should consider packing an emergency bag, according to the organization's safety plan checklist.
—Alyssa N. Salcedo, jsonline.com, 27 Oct. 2025
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Eric E. Harrison, Arkansas Online, 29 Oct. 2025
Masson tells her students to run through a mental checklist when trying to determine whether a hurricane video is AI or real.
—Alex Harris, Miami Herald, 29 Oct. 2025
Poking around in Krabs’ stash of seafaring collectibles, SpongeBob and Patrick inadvertently summon the Flying Dutchman, who promises to help SpongeBob complete his swashbuckling checklist.
—Justin Lowe, HollywoodReporter, 28 Oct. 2025
Prepare an emergency bag If possible, families should consider packing an emergency bag, according to the organization's safety plan checklist.
—Alyssa N. Salcedo, jsonline.com, 27 Oct. 2025
See All Example Sentences for checklist
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“Checklist.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/checklist. Accessed 1 Nov. 2025.
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checklist
noun
check·list
ˈchek-ˌlist
: a list of items to be referred to
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