check back
phrasal verb
checked back; checking back; checks back
informal
: to return to a place, person, etc., in order to try something again or to get additional information
We are not hiring today, but check back next month.
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The risk stems from the agent operating with the user’s authentication and access rights, but in the background without ever checking back to ensure risks are not being taken.
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Zak Doffman, Forbes.com, 30 June 2025
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—Rosalio Ahumada, Sacbee.com, 19 June 2025
In which case, check back for a different release date story this time next year.
—David Phelan, Forbes.com, 17 June 2025
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Zak Doffman, Forbes.com, 30 June 2025
This is a developing story; check back with sacbee.com for updates.
—Rosalio Ahumada, Sacbee.com, 19 June 2025
In which case, check back for a different release date story this time next year.
—David Phelan, Forbes.com, 17 June 2025
Please check back again soon for the recorded video.
LIVE
VIDEO TO BEGIN AFTER AD
Loaded: 0%
Progress: 0%
Use up and down arrows to change volume, and spacebar or enter to toggle mute.
—Louryn Strampe, Wired News, 13 June 2025
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“Check back.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/check%20back. Accessed 5 Jul. 2025.
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