CHECKS Synonyms: 284 Similar and Opposite Words

checks 1 of 2

noun

plural of check

as in bills

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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as in inspections

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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as in statements

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 tickets

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 restrictions

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 fissures

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 halts

the stopping of a process or activity the announcement of bad news gave a sudden check to the celebration

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checks

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verb

present tense third-person singular of check

as in corresponds

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 stops

to bring (something) to a standstill a tree finally checked the skidding car

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as in controls

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 checks

Noun

Henderson sent several texts to a partner at DTLA about picking up checks for his work in Val Verde, according to messages reviewed by The Times. — Rebecca Ellis, Los Angeles Times, 12 July 2026 Boards must apply rigorous scrutiny, including social media checks and ongoing oversight, to help prevent crises and ensure successful leadership appointments. — Edward Segal, Forbes.com, 11 July 2026 Earning a diamond stamp means these parts have successfully passed all quality checks and are authorized to enter the active US military stockpile. — Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 10 July 2026 My cousin, who thankfully has power of attorney, uncovered checks made out to my brother. — Eric Thomas, Sun Sentinel, 10 July 2026 My cousin, who thankfully has power of attorney, uncovered checks made out to the brother. — R. Eric Thomas, Washington Post, 10 July 2026 Amazon’s latest batch of matching sets checks every box for summer travel clothing, with breezy fabrics, relaxed silhouettes, and versatile designs that can go from sightseeing to dinner with a simple shoe swap. — Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 10 July 2026 The Will County sheriff’s office conducts compliance checks, or stings, by sending in someone under age 21 to buy tobacco products. — Michelle Mullins, Chicago Tribune, 9 July 2026 Youssef said investigators conducting background checks during the Long Beach investigation discovered that one occupant allegedly had an outstanding warrant for battery and assault. — Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 5 July 2026

Verb

And this one at Lululemon checks every box for a staple airport bag. — Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 3 July 2026 Imagine a supply chain agent that checks inventory levels regularly, spots potential shortfalls, keeps a list of alternative suppliers and makes purchases when needed. — Greg Pavlik, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026 His site checks the popular campgrounds every 12 seconds for cancellations while less popular campgrounds are scanned often but less frequently. — Jaclyn Cosgrove, Los Angeles Times, 2 July 2026 This spherical one checks the boxes for getting that soft, sculptural effect. — Erika Owen, Vogue, 1 July 2026 Sharp was one of my favorite sleepers, a 3-and-D guard who launches bombs and, despite being undersized, willingly checks top guards and wings. — John Hollinger, New York Times, 25 June 2026 Like the antivirus, Norton VPN Ultimate includes real-time protection against malware and checks files when they’re downloaded or executed. — Neil J. Rubenking, PC Magazine, 25 June 2026 Salty and sweet, crisp and kicky—loaded with soy, hoisin, wasabi, this flavorful snack mix checks all the boxes (and then some). — Hannah Agran, Midwest Living, 23 June 2026 Someone with strong potential, the right mindset, and cultural alignment will often outperform a candidate who checks every technical box but struggles to succeed within the organization. — Johnny C. Taylor Jr, USA Today, 23 June 2026

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Noun

Michelin said defeating the current version of the measure is California Retailers Association’s top priority of all the bills that are still pending in the Legislature.

— Stephen Hobbs, Sacbee.com, 11 July 2026
Those include grocery vouchers, housing vouchers for those who elect to relocate during cleanup, air purifiers, cash assistance and support for utility bills.

— Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 10 July 2026

Definition of bills

Noun

Get regular brake, tire and filter inspections Brakes, tires and filter frequently wear down and need to be replaced.

— Keith Laing, USA Today, 8 July 2026
One Tarrant County restaurant was temporarily closed, and roaches and an accumulation of fruit flies were seen at others during the latest round of county health inspections, according to the inspection reports.

— Shambhavi Rimal, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 July 2026

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In May, a former federal agent was arrested and charged with multiple counts of assault and falsely reporting a crime after making false statements under oath regarding the nonfatal shooting of a Venezuelan man in Minneapolis in January.

— Karina Tsui, CNN Money, 8 July 2026
But authorities believe there were tensions between Yepez and her employee who was killed, according to a prosecutor’s statements in court and a police report reviewed by The Times.

— James Queally, Los Angeles Times, 8 July 2026

Definition of statements

Noun

Evans says that means more young people feel pressure to spend to fit in, whether that’s saying yes to expensive bachelorette parties, last-minute concert tickets or big dinners.

— Rachel Hale, USA Today, 7 July 2026
Page Six reported earlier today that Avril Lavigne allegedly won a designer purse at the wedding — the reception included games where guests could win raffle tickets for prizes ranging from designer items to a 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle.

— Alejandra Gularte, Vulture, 7 July 2026

Definition of tickets

Noun

The Texas Medical Association is also calling for restrictions on prediction markets, including requiring users to be at least 21 years old and limiting advertisements that target children and young adults.

— Tiffani Jackson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 July 2026
The restrictions have reached deeply into education, where phones are not only tools for communication but also part of how students study, save lessons, contact teachers and stay connected to their families.

— Fatima Faizi, NPR, 10 July 2026

Definition of restrictions

Noun

So, too, does the idea that a soccer coach could close fissures that even the well-meaning among career politicians have failed to seal.

— Jon Allsop, New Yorker, 18 June 2026
The group is particularly interested in suspending, fracturing, and reconstructing time through which othered bodies and identities pass, and in exploring the attendant emerging fissures.

— News Desk, Artforum, 17 June 2026

Definition of fissures

Verb

Its most common glide bomb models are the FAB-250, FAB-500, FAB-1500, and FAB-3000, where the number corresponds to the nominal weight of the bomb in kilograms.

— Vikram Mittal, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026
The color of your wristband corresponds to a specific, 1-hour time slot.

— Alexandra Simon, CBS News, 25 June 2026

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