ˌdə-bəl-ˈchek 
ˈdə-bəl-ˌchek
double-checked; double-checking; double-checks
: to subject to a double check
data double-checked for accuracy
: to make a double check
: a careful checking to determine accuracy, condition, or progress especially of something already checked
Examples of double-check in a Sentence
Recent Examples on the Web
Salvador Hernandez, Los Angeles Times, 10 Apr. 2024
Over the next two-and-a-half weeks, the lead changed at least six times, as more mail-in ballots arrived and rejected ballots that had signature issues were double-checked with the voter.
—Harriet Blair Rowan, The Mercury News, 7 Apr. 2024
The sale runs through March 28, and applies to select departures through the end of the year, so now’s the time to double-check your passport expiration date and get to packing!
—Kyler Alvord, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Mar. 2024
Always double-check URLs and email addresses for authenticity, and never share your private keys or recovery phrases with anyone.
—Maria Williams, USA TODAY, 21 Mar. 2024
Most foot peels can be left on for between 45 and 90 minutes, but always double-check the manufacturer's instructions before adding or subtracting time.
—Jessie Quinn, Peoplemag, 14 Mar. 2024
Finally, double-check that all devices are on the same Wi-Fi connection.
—Abby Ferguson, Popular Science, 13 Mar. 2024
Additionally, Chow says to always double-check that the capacity can hold the weight of an adult, as many small accent chairs are made for children and thus have a lesser weight capacity.
—L. Daniela Alvarez, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Mar. 2024
The next generative AI could be used to double-check the first and double-check the second.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes, 25 Feb. 2024
Verb
Make sure to double-check the schedule to make sure your favorite attraction isn’t out of commission.
—Salvador Hernandez, Los Angeles Times, 10 Apr. 2024
Over the next two-and-a-half weeks, the lead changed at least six times, as more mail-in ballots arrived and rejected ballots that had signature issues were double-checked with the voter.
—Harriet Blair Rowan, The Mercury News, 7 Apr. 2024
The sale runs through March 28, and applies to select departures through the end of the year, so now’s the time to double-check your passport expiration date and get to packing!
—Kyler Alvord, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Mar. 2024
Always double-check URLs and email addresses for authenticity, and never share your private keys or recovery phrases with anyone.
—Maria Williams, USA TODAY, 21 Mar. 2024
Most foot peels can be left on for between 45 and 90 minutes, but always double-check the manufacturer's instructions before adding or subtracting time.
—Jessie Quinn, Peoplemag, 14 Mar. 2024
Finally, double-check that all devices are on the same Wi-Fi connection.
—Abby Ferguson, Popular Science, 13 Mar. 2024
Additionally, Chow says to always double-check that the capacity can hold the weight of an adult, as many small accent chairs are made for children and thus have a lesser weight capacity.
—L. Daniela Alvarez, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Mar. 2024
The next generative AI could be used to double-check the first and double-check the second.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes, 25 Feb. 2024
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“Double-check.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/double-check. Accessed 16 Apr. 2024.
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