as in inspection
a close look at or over someone or something in order to judge condition
the vet gave the kitten a checkup, then reassuringly declared her in fine health
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Recent Examples of checkup
Scattered visits to free clinics notwithstanding, Guevara hadn’t had a full medical checkup in years.
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Kff Health News, Oc Register, 14 Jan. 2026
Another tool for fluoride treatment is varnish applied during a dental checkup, which may be provided at free or reduced cost through insurance programs.
—Anna Clark, ProPublica, 14 Jan. 2026
In this way, electricity acts like a health checkup for the tissue and guides the pruning process.
—Elise Cutts, Quanta Magazine, 12 Jan. 2026
While the results of his annual physicals were regularly shared with the public, a cognitive exam was never included in these checkups.
—Joseph Choi, The Hill, 3 Jan. 2026
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Kff Health News, Oc Register, 14 Jan. 2026
Another tool for fluoride treatment is varnish applied during a dental checkup, which may be provided at free or reduced cost through insurance programs.
—Anna Clark, ProPublica, 14 Jan. 2026
In this way, electricity acts like a health checkup for the tissue and guides the pruning process.
—Elise Cutts, Quanta Magazine, 12 Jan. 2026
While the results of his annual physicals were regularly shared with the public, a cognitive exam was never included in these checkups.
—Joseph Choi, The Hill, 3 Jan. 2026
See All Example Sentences for checkup
Recent Examples of Synonyms for checkup
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The university said a mechanical contractor verified the system was safely shut down, and the school's maintenance team will coordinate with the fire department Thursday morning to conduct a thorough final inspection prior to the building reopening.—
Alexandra Koch,
FOXNews.com,
5 Feb. 2026
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The most recent inspection was on December 29, 2025, and passed with conditions for additional inspections that would be required before any Use and Occupancy certificate could be issued.—
Mike Hellgren,
CBS News,
4 Feb. 2026
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An in-depth examination uncovers moderate profitability and growth, coupled with a competitive valuation.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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The growing awareness that, even in mild COVID cases, the possibility exists for longer-term, often undetected organ damage also warrants more examination, researchers say.—
Stephanie Armour,
CBS News,
27 Jan. 2026
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The court decision followed an audit by Panama’s comptroller that identified irregularities in a 25-year extension of the concession granted in 2021, according to the AP.—
Sophia Compton,
FOXNews.com,
31 Jan. 2026
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Last week, the county commission gave the mayor’s office 30 days to produce a detailed audit of the county's electric vehicles.—
Ashley Miznazi,
Miami Herald,
31 Jan. 2026
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While the biggest takeaways from the survey focused primarily on job security concerns, many respondents were regularly using AI and saw it as beneficial.—
Karoline Leonard,
Austin American Statesman,
4 Feb. 2026
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Ultimately, Village Manager Michael Braiman said Wilmette could launch a survey and reach out to residents for more feedback.—
Shun Graves,
Chicago Tribune,
4 Feb. 2026
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The rival bids have drawn scrutiny from antitrust experts and lawmakers, who worry that either death could reduce competition in an entertainment industry already dominated by streaming giants.—
Claire Carter,
The Washington Examiner,
5 Feb. 2026
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In fall 2024, the University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) women's volleyball team fell under national scrutiny when it was entwined in the San Jose State (SJSU) trans athlete scandal.—
Jackson Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
4 Feb. 2026
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“Checkup.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/checkup. Accessed 6 Feb. 2026.
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