as in to examine
to look over closely (as for judging quality or condition)
check out the house and let me know if you think it's worth buying
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as in to die
to stop living
there are a lot of sights around the world that I want to see before I check out
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as in test-drive
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Recent Examples of check (out)
David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 10 Jan. 2026
For similar household linens, check out more of our favorite picks below.
—Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 10 Jan. 2026
Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Jan. 2026
Retailers and health experts warn of implementation challenges, longer checkout lines, and question whether the restrictions will improve health outcomes.
—Jonel Aleccia, Los Angeles Times, 2 Jan. 2026
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Verb
Lots of people began stopping by to check out the unique home, which was constructed from 60 pre-cut wood triangles.
—David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 10 Jan. 2026
For similar household linens, check out more of our favorite picks below.
—Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 10 Jan. 2026
Noun
To claim the offer, your friend simply uses your referral link to visit Away’s Get Rewarded page, where a unique code appears to apply at checkout.
—Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Jan. 2026
Retailers and health experts warn of implementation challenges, longer checkout lines, and question whether the restrictions will improve health outcomes.
—Jonel Aleccia, Los Angeles Times, 2 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for check (out)
Noun
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Aniston repeats after the impromptu trial run.—
Emma Banks,
InStyle,
6 Jan. 2026
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A week or so before the main event, the chefs would work on a complete dinner and have a trial run exactly as it would be presented on the day of the event.—
Swapna Venugopal Ramaswamy,
USA Today,
7 Dec. 2025
Noun
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Though their observation has yet to be verified by wildlife biologists, Kogo and Tapanes are working with Burmese pythons specialists at the University of Florida to confirm the species.—
Bill Kearney,
Sun Sentinel,
7 Jan. 2026
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The most interesting observation from the Zubac injury was how well the Clippers played with Brook Lopez in the mix.—
Stan Son,
New York Times,
7 Jan. 2026
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Automated services cost money but save you time, handle rechecks and can catch new listings faster.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
21 May 2025
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If teams receive good news during his medical rechecks, there’s still a chance he’s selected on day one of the draft.—
Eddie Brown,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The base is used for missile defense and space surveillance.—
Stephen J. Beard,
USA Today,
15 Jan. 2026
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The mission, which will take place Thursday through Saturday, is designed to explore the framework for possible military contributions to ensure security in the region, Germany’s Defense Ministry said, including maritime surveillance capabilities.—
Sam Meredith,
CNBC,
15 Jan. 2026
Noun
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The likes of Mayer, Trey Anastasio, Warren Haynes, and Billy Strings were all effusive in their praise, as a quick perusal of social media will attest.—
Alan Paul,
Rolling Stone,
11 Jan. 2026
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Fresh as one of Lady Whistledown’s gossip sheets, a trailer for Bridgerton Season 4 Part 1 is now available for perusal.—
Dessi Gomez,
Deadline,
25 Dec. 2025
Noun
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Rodents or roaches were found at three Dallas restaurants and nine others will require reinspection, according to the report.—
Lillie Davidson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
9 Dec. 2025
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Officials from Novo Nordisk’s Catalent Indiana joined the meeting and said the facility will be ready for reinspection by the end of 2025.—
Itzel Franco,Fred Imbert,
CNBC,
14 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Hannah Natanson, who covers the federal government, was at home when the FBI searched the property and her devices, seizing a phone, Garmin watch and both a personal and work laptop, according to the news organization.—
BrieAnna J. Frank,
USA Today,
15 Jan. 2026
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There is a fire weather watch posted for Friday with humidity levels as low as 13%.—
Dave Aguilera,
CBS News,
15 Jan. 2026
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“Check (out).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/check%20%28out%29. Accessed 20 Jan. 2026.
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