as in inspections
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 checkups
Since 2021, 18 states have enhanced their coverage to include checkups, X-rays, fillings, crowns, and dentures, while loosening annual dollar caps for benefits.
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Phil Galewitz, CBS News, 27 Feb. 2026
Many people are diagnosed with the disease during routine checkups and blood tests.
—Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 27 Feb. 2026
Kenya and Uganda both have outreach teams that provide door-to-door health checkups, but HIV testing and drugs are only available at clinics.
—Tom Chivers, semafor.com, 25 Feb. 2026
Like my grandmother, some Black Americans have faced longstanding inequities in health care, which have contributed to lower trust in the system and, at times, delays in seeking important 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
Satisfied with medical procedures already in place, NASA ordered no extra checkups for the crew ahead of liftoff and no new diagnostic equipment was packed.
—Arkansas Online, 14 Feb. 2026
Members will come in for checkups, healthy meals, and talks from experts in various fields.
—Mark Ellwood, Robb Report, 14 Feb. 2026
Many people do not get annual checkups, and a lot of people lie about their health.
—Harriette Cole, Mercury News, 10 Feb. 2026
Phil Galewitz, CBS News, 27 Feb. 2026
Many people are diagnosed with the disease during routine checkups and blood tests.
—Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 27 Feb. 2026
Kenya and Uganda both have outreach teams that provide door-to-door health checkups, but HIV testing and drugs are only available at clinics.
—Tom Chivers, semafor.com, 25 Feb. 2026
Like my grandmother, some Black Americans have faced longstanding inequities in health care, which have contributed to lower trust in the system and, at times, delays in seeking important 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
Satisfied with medical procedures already in place, NASA ordered no extra checkups for the crew ahead of liftoff and no new diagnostic equipment was packed.
—Arkansas Online, 14 Feb. 2026
Members will come in for checkups, healthy meals, and talks from experts in various fields.
—Mark Ellwood, Robb Report, 14 Feb. 2026
Many people do not get annual checkups, and a lot of people lie about their health.
—Harriette Cole, Mercury News, 10 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for checkups
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The South Florida Sun Sentinel typically highlights restaurant inspections conducted by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation in Broward and Palm Beach counties.—
Kari Barnett,
Sun Sentinel,
26 Feb. 2026
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The second agreement, which will be enforceable in court, will address ongoing inspections and accountability measures and improved lines of communication between property management, the town of Rocky Hill and residents.—
Staff Report,
Hartford Courant,
26 Feb. 2026
Noun
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In essence, regulators can ding banks during routine examinations for maintaining relationships with clients deemed politically or socially toxic.—
Marco Quiroz-Gutierrez,
Fortune,
3 Mar. 2026
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The remains underwent multiple examinations.—
Kerry Breen,
CBS News,
27 Feb. 2026
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For decades, California lawmakers requested state audits, Californians have paid for those audits, and the State Auditor provided detailed recommendations on how to fix waste, fraud, and oversight failures across state government.—
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CBS News,
16 Feb. 2026
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Its delay is a win for Mayor Kirk Watson, who is separately pushing to pass a city ordinance requiring external audits.—
Chaya Tong,
Austin American Statesman,
11 Feb. 2026
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Polling throughout the winter had shown little difference between how the two Democrats performed in hypothetical matchups against likely Republican opponents, but some surveys suggested Talarico ran slightly stronger among independents.—
Nik Popli,
Time,
4 Mar. 2026
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Piattoni said community engagement will be paramount with residents’ perspectives sought through surveys, focus groups and other channels.—
Olivia Stevens,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Mar. 2026
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“Checkups.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/checkups. Accessed 4 Mar. 2026.
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