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
Welcome to Money Rx, SELF’s monthly financial checkup that goes beyond the numbers.
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Tiffany Aliche, SELF, 23 Feb. 2026
As a Black American provider who has cared for Orlando seniors for over 15 years, my journey started with my grandmother who never went to a clinic for regular checkups.
—Jereè Paul, The Orlando Sentinel, 19 Feb. 2026
During the trial, Bill said, the checkups will become monthly, then bi-monthly and then every three months.
—Sean Krofssik, Hartford Courant, 17 Feb. 2026
Their dogs benefited from the checkup at Firehouse and subsequent dental care.
—Nicole Villalpando, Austin American Statesman, 15 Feb. 2026
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Tiffany Aliche, SELF, 23 Feb. 2026
As a Black American provider who has cared for Orlando seniors for over 15 years, my journey started with my grandmother who never went to a clinic for regular checkups.
—Jereè Paul, The Orlando Sentinel, 19 Feb. 2026
During the trial, Bill said, the checkups will become monthly, then bi-monthly and then every three months.
—Sean Krofssik, Hartford Courant, 17 Feb. 2026
Their dogs benefited from the checkup at Firehouse and subsequent dental care.
—Nicole Villalpando, Austin American Statesman, 15 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for checkup
Noun
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If a building lacks temporary monitoring, local authorities may issue citations or request additional inspections.—
Matthew Kayser,
Miami Herald,
11 Mar. 2026
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The bill also bans administrative requirements like licensing, inspection, additional insurance thresholds, professional management mandates and conditional-use permits.—
Mark Dee,
Idaho Statesman,
11 Mar. 2026
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That mark has already advanced through the examination process and received a Notice of Allowance, meaning the company must now submit proof that the brand is being used in commerce before the registration can be finalized.—
Bryan West,
USA Today,
9 Mar. 2026
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Advertisement With the case stalled, investigators decided to use polygraph examinations to test the credibility of their statements.—
Isabella Wandermurem,
Time,
6 Mar. 2026
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Council member Anna Albi has proposed a city audit of cameras and lighting throughout the city, specifically at playgrounds.—
Cameron Knight,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
8 Mar. 2026
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An audit in Ventura County found that the data was shared with out-of-state law enforcement, including federal agents, which violates state law.—
James Taylor,
CBS News,
7 Mar. 2026
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Readers using our app on an Android device may need to use two fingers to scroll through the survey.—
The Athletic,
New York Times,
12 Mar. 2026
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Most American adults now agree that the platforms should require age verification, according to a survey taken in October.—
Ramesh Ponnuru,
Washington Post,
12 Mar. 2026
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Khimberly’s death brings additional scrutiny to LAUSD at a time when the district is already entangled in other controversies.—
Ruben Vives,
Los Angeles Times,
12 Mar. 2026
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When wealth moves directly into a founder’s personal name and only then is transferred into protective vehicles, the sequence can draw scrutiny if disputes arise.—
Ascend Agency,
New York Daily News,
11 Mar. 2026
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“Checkup.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/checkup. Accessed 15 Mar. 2026.
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