1
as in bill
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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2
as in inspection
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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3
as in statement
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 ticket
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 restriction
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 fissure
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 halt
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 to correspond
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 to stop
to bring (something) to a standstill
a tree finally checked the skidding car
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as in to keep
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 check
Kiki Intarasuwan, CBS News, 30 June 2025
About 12 minutes later, the crook showed up at a Pay-O-Matic check cashing service on Utica Ave.
—Rocco Parascandola, New York Daily News, 30 June 2025
Alison Dirr, jsonline.com, 14 July 2025
Part of the process of being approved meant the animal shelter checking with your veterinarian as a reference.
—Liz O'Connell, MSNBC Newsweek, 14 July 2025
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Noun
Other interactions included welfare checks reported by property owners about Roley's vehicle, the sheriff said.
—Kiki Intarasuwan, CBS News, 30 June 2025
About 12 minutes later, the crook showed up at a Pay-O-Matic check cashing service on Utica Ave.
—Rocco Parascandola, New York Daily News, 30 June 2025
Verb
Health officials have noted difficulties reaching some of the city's most vulnerable students to check for lead.
—Alison Dirr, jsonline.com, 14 July 2025
Part of the process of being approved meant the animal shelter checking with your veterinarian as a reference.
—Liz O'Connell, MSNBC Newsweek, 14 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for check
Noun
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But his threats failed, the bill passed and now Musk’s search for retribution will test American politics in new ways.—
Philip Elliott,
Time,
7 July 2025
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While Democrats said that the record-breaking debt of $36 trillion will only grow larger over the next 10 years because of the deficit spending, Trump counters that the 940-page bill will lead to economic growth.—
Christopher Keating,
Hartford Courant,
7 July 2025
Noun
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Expect a push for greater transparency in association finances, reserve studies and inspection reports.—
Peter S. Sachs,
Sun Sentinel,
6 July 2025
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The Bee publishes weekly updates on health inspections across Sacramento County.—
Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado
July 4,
Sacbee.com,
4 July 2025
Noun
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In a statement, the CHP said the shooter aimed the gunfire at a black Tesla Model 3.—
Rick Hurd,
Mercury News,
11 July 2025
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In June, members issued a statement saying they were committed to boosting security but stopped short of endorsing any specific measures.—
Alex Derosier,
Twin Cities,
10 July 2025
Noun
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The tournament is proud to offer a chance to queue up for same-day tickets; a grounds pass for a day of tennis costs thirty pounds.—
Sam Knight,
New Yorker,
12 July 2025
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According to Friday exit polls, 68 percent of Superman ticket buyers were male, while nearly two-thirds of the audience were between the ages of 18 and 34.—
Pamela McClintock,
HollywoodReporter,
12 July 2025
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Starting in the 1970s, home construction plummeted and prices soared in high-opportunity coastal cities because of restrictions on supply.—
Marina Bolotnikova,
Vox,
7 July 2025
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The company said in a statement that inventory value adjustments and the impact of U.S. restrictions on advanced AI chips for China had contributed to the decline in profits.—
Dylan Butts,
CNBC,
7 July 2025
Noun
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On the ceiling of their room, there was a rather large water mark and an accompanying crack and fissure.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
9 July 2025
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The standoff encapsulates many of Thailand’s long-running political fissures: Shinawatra’s family has dominated its politics for decades, but has faced opposition from its powerful military, courts, and groups tied to the monarchy.—
Prashant Rao,
semafor.com,
1 July 2025
Noun
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About three-quarters of the way through the video, the song screeches to a halt, as the video shows four men listening to a boombox.—
Wesley Stenzel,
EW.com,
5 July 2025
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On the conflict in Ukraine, Ushakov said Trump emphasized his push for a quick halt to the fighting, and Putin voiced Moscow’s readiness to pursue talks with Kyiv, noting the previous rounds in Turkey yielded humanitarian results.—
Vladimir Isachenkov,
Los Angeles Times,
3 July 2025
Verb
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That corresponded to images shot Sunday by Maxar Technologies similarly showing the ongoing work.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
2 July 2025
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Instead, subscribers answer questions online, correspond with medical professionals virtually and get the prescribed drugs in visually pleasing packages delivered discreetly to their homes.—
Queenie Wong,
Los Angeles Times,
28 June 2025
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“Check.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/check. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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