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as in bills
the amount owed at a bar or restaurant or the slip of paper stating the amount
diners at that temple of gastronomy often look shocked when they receive the check
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as in inspections
a close look at or over someone or something in order to judge condition
made a careful check of the antique table before buying it
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as in statements
a record of goods sold or services performed together with the costs due
request a detailed check from the company before sending any money
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as in tickets
a small sheet of plastic, paper, or paperboard showing that the bearer has a claim to something (as admittance)
handed over a check for his coat
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as in restrictions
something that limits one's freedom of action or choice
the judiciary is intended to be a check on the executive and legislative branches of government
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as in fissures
an irregular usually narrow break in a surface created by pressure
the network of fine checks on the surface would indicate that the painting is quite old
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as in halts
the stopping of a process or activity
the announcement of bad news gave a sudden check to the celebration
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as in corresponds
to be in agreement on every point
their story of what happened checks with the report of the eyewitness
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as in stops
to bring (something) to a standstill
a tree finally checked the skidding car
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as in controls
to keep from exceeding a desirable degree or level (as of expression)
check your enthusiasm a bit, and think before you marry someone you just met
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Recent Examples of checks
Steve Scauzillo, Daily News, 4 May 2026
According to the Postal Service, all applicants must be 18 years or older with the ability to pass drug screenings and criminal background checks.
—Don Sweeney, Sacbee.com, 4 May 2026
Jefferies analyst Randal Konik has some big questions about sneaker brand On Holding after conducting some channel checks.
—Vicki M. Young, Footwear News, 4 May 2026
Chelsea have confirmed that teenager Jesse Derry has been taken to hospital for precautionary checks after a clash of heads on his Premier League debut against Nottingham Forest on Monday.
—Simon Johnson, New York Times, 4 May 2026
For example, the bill would require employees of private guardians to undergo criminal background checks every five years and get the education necessary for national certification.
—Christy Gutowski, Chicago Tribune, 3 May 2026
If your vibe is French country or farmhouse chic, this flirty, feminine duvet cover set checks all the boxes.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 May 2026
Beichler said his 150-cow farm works with a veterinarian on regular herd checks and has a safety process that includes sending milk samples to labs every week to test for common germs.
—Laura Ungar, Los Angeles Times, 3 May 2026
Without a doubt, guests would never get such a light touch there, where the security protocol for large gatherings calls for checkpoints—sometimes several of them, including mandatory ID checks and physical screening.
—Shane Harris, The Atlantic, 27 Apr. 2026
Emin Gün Sirer, Fortune, 28 Apr. 2026
For easy, elegant organization, Latitude Run’s storage bench checks all the boxes.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Apr. 2026
The catcher receives the signal, checks his wrist band, then punches the command into his PitchCom.
—Justice Delos Santos, Mercury News, 24 Apr. 2026
With Hollywood Brown now in Philadelphia and Rashee Rice entering a contract season, the position checks the boxes of team need, positional value and available talent — with Makai Lemon, Carnell Tate and Jordyn Tyson potentially on the board.
—Pete Sweeney, Kansas City Star, 22 Apr. 2026
This one checks a lot of boxes for me.
—Justin Fenner, Robb Report, 21 Apr. 2026
The logical stop would be Torrey Pines in San Diego, which checks the West Coast and great weather boxes, but the venue is also looking for a new sponsor, as its deal with Farmers Insurance ended in 2026.
—Mark Harris, FOXNews.com, 21 Apr. 2026
Styles checks every box in the type of player the Commanders covet — tough, versatile, athletic, smart — and gives them a young player to build around for years to come.
—Los Angeles Times, 20 Apr. 2026
This simple combination checks nearly every box for what your body needs at night.
—Lynn Andriani, Martha Stewart, 19 Apr. 2026
Noun
And make public announcements that refund checks and other assessor information would be available at City Hall (or wherever).
—Steve Scauzillo, Daily News, 4 May 2026
According to the Postal Service, all applicants must be 18 years or older with the ability to pass drug screenings and criminal background checks.
—Don Sweeney, Sacbee.com, 4 May 2026
Jefferies analyst Randal Konik has some big questions about sneaker brand On Holding after conducting some channel checks.
—Vicki M. Young, Footwear News, 4 May 2026
Chelsea have confirmed that teenager Jesse Derry has been taken to hospital for precautionary checks after a clash of heads on his Premier League debut against Nottingham Forest on Monday.
—Simon Johnson, New York Times, 4 May 2026
For example, the bill would require employees of private guardians to undergo criminal background checks every five years and get the education necessary for national certification.
—Christy Gutowski, Chicago Tribune, 3 May 2026
If your vibe is French country or farmhouse chic, this flirty, feminine duvet cover set checks all the boxes.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 May 2026
Beichler said his 150-cow farm works with a veterinarian on regular herd checks and has a safety process that includes sending milk samples to labs every week to test for common germs.
—Laura Ungar, Los Angeles Times, 3 May 2026
Without a doubt, guests would never get such a light touch there, where the security protocol for large gatherings calls for checkpoints—sometimes several of them, including mandatory ID checks and physical screening.
—Shane Harris, The Atlantic, 27 Apr. 2026
Verb
What happened Imagine an ATM that checks your balance, dispenses the money, then deducts the amount from your account.
—Emin Gün Sirer, Fortune, 28 Apr. 2026
For easy, elegant organization, Latitude Run’s storage bench checks all the boxes.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Apr. 2026
The catcher receives the signal, checks his wrist band, then punches the command into his PitchCom.
—Justice Delos Santos, Mercury News, 24 Apr. 2026
With Hollywood Brown now in Philadelphia and Rashee Rice entering a contract season, the position checks the boxes of team need, positional value and available talent — with Makai Lemon, Carnell Tate and Jordyn Tyson potentially on the board.
—Pete Sweeney, Kansas City Star, 22 Apr. 2026
This one checks a lot of boxes for me.
—Justin Fenner, Robb Report, 21 Apr. 2026
The logical stop would be Torrey Pines in San Diego, which checks the West Coast and great weather boxes, but the venue is also looking for a new sponsor, as its deal with Farmers Insurance ended in 2026.
—Mark Harris, FOXNews.com, 21 Apr. 2026
Styles checks every box in the type of player the Commanders covet — tough, versatile, athletic, smart — and gives them a young player to build around for years to come.
—Los Angeles Times, 20 Apr. 2026
This simple combination checks nearly every box for what your body needs at night.
—Lynn Andriani, Martha Stewart, 19 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for checks
Noun
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And then how much time and energy does that take us away from doing the things that pay the bills?—
Alina Selyukh,
NPR,
3 May 2026
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In fact, Russian statistics show that nonpayments of commercial bills hit a record high of $109 billion in January.—
Jason Ma,
Fortune,
3 May 2026
Noun
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Existing storage facilities within Beijing’s Sixth Ring Road—an encircling expressway about 15 to 20 miles from the city center—are limited to storing a maximum of three drones or 10 core components while also being required to undergo police inspections.—
Jeremy Hsu,
ArsTechnica,
30 Apr. 2026
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Teams installed a main seawater valve on a waterborne carrier and performed detailed inspections of high-pressure turbine components.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
30 Apr. 2026
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In 2024, Giuliani was disbarred and not allowed to practice law in New York or Washington for such false statements about the election.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
4 May 2026
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The county also sends out a Voter Information Guide, a paper booklet with all the relevant information about the election, as well as candidate statements specifically for the districts each voter resides in.—
Camila Pedrosa,
Sacbee.com,
3 May 2026
Noun
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Moments after the Game 7 win, Embiid delivered the first soundbite of this year’s Knicks-Sixers series, urging Philly fans not to sell their tickets in order to avoid another New York takeover at Xfinity Mobile Arena like what happened two years ago.—
Peter Sblendorio,
New York Daily News,
4 May 2026
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Presale tickets are expected to go on sale on Tuesday morning with general public sales beginning later in the day.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
4 May 2026
Noun
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After his availability is determined, Redick said the team will discuss any potential minutes restrictions.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Apr. 2026
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Last fall, the Pentagon required reporters who cover the military to sign on to a host of restrictions in order to maintain daily access to the building.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
28 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Eyes on the primary runoff The Democratic race doesn't feature notable policy splits along the lines of the progressive-moderate fissures that have opened around the country.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
17 Apr. 2026
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The ledges are broken by crevices and fissures, and loose rocks of all sizes lie on them and below them.—
Dr. C. E. Kuschel,
Outdoor Life,
9 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Former leaders warn that the loss of institutional knowledge, combined with halts to the incoming pipeline of public health workers, may lead to a long-term crisis.—
Pien Huang,
NPR,
25 Mar. 2026
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Automotive industry analysts are forecasting that another microchip shortage could hit in the coming months, which could increase risks for production halts as costs skyrocket.—
Breana Noble,
Chicago Tribune,
10 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Publishers appear to be clinging to an old model, cutting costs, trying to preserve a structure that no longer corresponds to the hunger of the writing itself.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
14 Apr. 2026
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This sum corresponds to the date in March on which Easter Sunday falls.—
Manon Bischoff,
Scientific American,
4 Apr. 2026
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“Checks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/checks. Accessed 7 May. 2026.
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