checkmates

present tense third-person singular of checkmate

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for checkmates
Verb
  • This is part of a business model that has worked for TCU’s regular-season record, but increasingly frustrates fans who want to see a decent matchup in September.
    Fort Worth Star-Telegram, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Sep. 2025
  • The sharp jump in investor activity is likely due to their financial strength, which can often combat the state’s legendary low affordability that frustrates the common house hunter.
    Jonathan Lansner, Oc Register, 11 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • One case that still baffles is the macabre story of Virginia McCullough, who killed her parents for their money – and then lived with their bodies for four years.
    KC Baker, People.com, 15 Aug. 2025
Verb
  • Maintain a safe distance from large vehicles - Trucks or buses can produce a water spray that hampers visibility.
    CA Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 11 Sep. 2025
  • Maintain a safe distance from large vehicles - Trucks or buses can produce a water spray that hampers visibility.
    NC Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 10 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Providing a narrow network or mail-order-only option defeats the purpose.
    Wendy Barnes, Fortune, 5 Sep. 2025
  • Getting vaccinated too early defeats the purpose.
    Eileen Finan, PEOPLE, 4 Sep. 2025
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“Checkmates.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/checkmates. Accessed 17 Sep. 2025.

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