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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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2
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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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
Gina Lee Castro, jsonline.com, 6 Oct. 2025
Trump insists that trillions in new investment are flowing in, the trade deficit is shrinking, and the nation is flush enough to consider mailing out checks.
—Eva Roytburg, Fortune, 4 Oct. 2025
Social Security checks continue to be processed, but other services with that agency can be disrupted.
—Ronald J. Hansen, AZCentral.com, 3 Oct. 2025
One deputy applies a sternum rub and checks for a pulse, but does not find one, according to court documents.
—Kendrick Calfee, Kansas City Star, 3 Oct. 2025
To receive and maintain TPS, beneficiaries must pass background checks.
—Veronica Egui Brito, Miami Herald, 3 Oct. 2025
Daniel Day-Lewis, one of the greatest actors of all time, came out of retirement to star in this psychological drama from a rookie filmmaker named [checks notes] Ronan Day-Lewis, his son.
—Savannah Salazar, Vulture, 3 Oct. 2025
That includes traveler’s checks, money orders, or foreign currency.
—Sacbee.com, 2 Oct. 2025
State statutes still govern permits, purchases, and restricted locations, and background checks still apply.
—Billal Rahman, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 Sep. 2025
Brian Truitt, USA Today, 3 Oct. 2025
Black Rabbit name checks Coney Island and alludes to Vince and Jake having a working-class background of some sort, but doesn’t have anything discernible to say about New Yorkers or class in America.
—Andrew Bernard, The Washington Examiner, 3 Oct. 2025
This Hurricanes team checks a lot of boxes, arguably more than any other team.
—The Athletic Nhl, New York Times, 2 Oct. 2025
When Ji-yeon checks the internet for information about Lee Heon’s rule, history has changed to note that Heon’s body was never found.
—Kayti Burt, Time, 29 Sep. 2025
Ladyjoy Lightweight Cargo Joggers Breathable joggers are a must-have fall staple, and this design by LadyJoy checks all the boxes.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Sep. 2025
Libert is a former Google engineer who currently operates webXray, LLC, a website that checks how sites of all types leak consumers’ private information to third parties.
—Ray Stern, AZCentral.com, 26 Sep. 2025
This Cluci Crossbody Bag checks all of my boxes for such flights.
—Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 21 Sep. 2025
The YouTuber preps the helicopter, checks the instruments, and takes off, enjoying the freedom of ultralight flight while relying on just a few controls.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 21 Sep. 2025
Noun
The exact date the center will transfer to United Community Center ownership remains unknown, pending inspections and compliance checks.
—Gina Lee Castro, jsonline.com, 6 Oct. 2025
Trump insists that trillions in new investment are flowing in, the trade deficit is shrinking, and the nation is flush enough to consider mailing out checks.
—Eva Roytburg, Fortune, 4 Oct. 2025
Social Security checks continue to be processed, but other services with that agency can be disrupted.
—Ronald J. Hansen, AZCentral.com, 3 Oct. 2025
One deputy applies a sternum rub and checks for a pulse, but does not find one, according to court documents.
—Kendrick Calfee, Kansas City Star, 3 Oct. 2025
To receive and maintain TPS, beneficiaries must pass background checks.
—Veronica Egui Brito, Miami Herald, 3 Oct. 2025
Daniel Day-Lewis, one of the greatest actors of all time, came out of retirement to star in this psychological drama from a rookie filmmaker named [checks notes] Ronan Day-Lewis, his son.
—Savannah Salazar, Vulture, 3 Oct. 2025
That includes traveler’s checks, money orders, or foreign currency.
—Sacbee.com, 2 Oct. 2025
State statutes still govern permits, purchases, and restricted locations, and background checks still apply.
—Billal Rahman, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 Sep. 2025
Verb
Mark Kerr fact checks the movie's depiction of his opioid struggles and his volatile relationship with girlfriend Dawn.
—Brian Truitt, USA Today, 3 Oct. 2025
Black Rabbit name checks Coney Island and alludes to Vince and Jake having a working-class background of some sort, but doesn’t have anything discernible to say about New Yorkers or class in America.
—Andrew Bernard, The Washington Examiner, 3 Oct. 2025
This Hurricanes team checks a lot of boxes, arguably more than any other team.
—The Athletic Nhl, New York Times, 2 Oct. 2025
When Ji-yeon checks the internet for information about Lee Heon’s rule, history has changed to note that Heon’s body was never found.
—Kayti Burt, Time, 29 Sep. 2025
Ladyjoy Lightweight Cargo Joggers Breathable joggers are a must-have fall staple, and this design by LadyJoy checks all the boxes.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Sep. 2025
Libert is a former Google engineer who currently operates webXray, LLC, a website that checks how sites of all types leak consumers’ private information to third parties.
—Ray Stern, AZCentral.com, 26 Sep. 2025
This Cluci Crossbody Bag checks all of my boxes for such flights.
—Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 21 Sep. 2025
The YouTuber preps the helicopter, checks the instruments, and takes off, enjoying the freedom of ultralight flight while relying on just a few controls.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 21 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for checks
Noun
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During the second trial in 2025, Thompson’s attorney, David Hayakawa, revealed to the court that $3,900 in large bills had been found next to Tokuhara's body.—
Emily Blackwood,
PEOPLE,
4 Oct. 2025
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Since none of the 12 appropriations bills have been approved, this shutdown is more extensive than the partial shutdown that started in December 2018, when Congress had enacted five of the 12 appropriations bills, said the nonpartisan, nonprofit think tank Committee for a Responsible Budget.—
Medora Lee,
USA Today,
3 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The Health Department gives restaurants with low scores a chance to correct issues, sometimes performing follow-up inspections the same day.—
Gabrielle Chenault,
Nashville Tennessean,
3 Oct. 2025
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See the entire database of restaurant inspections here.—
Gege Reed,
Louisville Courier Journal,
3 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Those documents continue to exist under a protective order and include financial statements, transaction records, and internal memos related to Epstein’s business at the bank.—
Lily Mae Lazarus,
Fortune,
8 Oct. 2025
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The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has defended ICE’s actions and released statements disputing Pritzker’s claims.—
Amanda Castro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Follow Screaming Tuna on Facebook or Instagram to learn when tickets will be released.—
Rachel Bernhard,
jsonline.com,
3 Oct. 2025
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As one of the most iconic and visited attractions in Paris, the Eiffel Tower announced on its website that the closure is due to the strikes, and visitors who purchased e-tickets have been notified of the next steps via email.—
Kathleen Wong,
USA Today,
2 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The new truck routes and restrictions are the result of study, coordination and collaboration between city officials, local residents, area small business owners and trucking companies, city officials said.—
Keith Matheny,
Freep.com,
3 Oct. 2025
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The program includes 20,000 scholarships, with the first 10,000 earmarked for families who meet income restrictions.—
Rachel Wegner,
Nashville Tennessean,
3 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Over the first three weeks, the 49ers somehow maintained their balance as cracks and fissures formed all over their lineup.—
Matt Barrows,
New York Times,
29 Sep. 2025
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Rocks have tiny fissures into which water can seep; when the temperature drops, the water expands into ice, exerting pressure and widening the cracks.—
Dhruv Khullar,
New Yorker,
24 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Ma has an overweight rating on Capital One and his 12-month price target of $257, up from an earlier $253, corresponds to 20% upside from the bank’s Tuesday close.—
Lisa Kailai Han,
CNBC,
8 Oct. 2025
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In our present-day Universe, that corresponds to a distance that’s approximately 18 billion light-years away.—
Ethan Siegel,
Big Think,
25 Sep. 2025
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The breakthrough centers on a one-atom-thick filter that stops sulfur chains from clogging up the battery.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
2 Oct. 2025
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My colleague Hannah Pinski hit the road late last week for a couple campaign stops for Massie alongside Paul, his ally in the Senate.—
Lucas Aulbach,
Louisville Courier Journal,
2 Oct. 2025
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“Checks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/checks. Accessed 10 Oct. 2025.
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