1
as in corresponding
to be in agreement on every point
their story of what happened checks with the report of the eyewitness
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2
as in stopping
to bring (something) to a standstill
a tree finally checked the skidding car
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3
as in keeping
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 checking
Some of ChatGPT's suggestions were practical, like checking for unclaimed money, which netted her $700 from her LLC, but others were much more bizarre.
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Tabitha Parent, PEOPLE, 16 Sep. 2025
Parents reached out after the sessions with videos, kids checking oil, fixing flat tires.
—Kansas City Star, 16 Sep. 2025
This can mean checking up on what others are doing constantly or compulsively reaching out to maintain connection.
—Charles Trepany, USA Today, 16 Sep. 2025
Too uptight to refrain from checking email.
—Jodie Cook, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025
The compromise expanded access to overdose reversal drugs, and limited legal liability for drug users and harm reduction workers who use drug-checking equipment.
—State House News Service, Boston Herald, 16 Sep. 2025
There’s no one checking tickets.
—Charlotte Observer, 9 Sep. 2025
Kehl went unit to unit checking for unlocked doors before happening upon the Ferrell’s condo on the 34th floor, police say.
—David Goodhue, Miami Herald, 3 Sep. 2025
For the latest on containment progress, keep checking for updates.
—Ca Wildfire Bot, Sacbee.com, 3 Sep. 2025
Tabitha Parent, PEOPLE, 16 Sep. 2025
Parents reached out after the sessions with videos, kids checking oil, fixing flat tires.
—Kansas City Star, 16 Sep. 2025
This can mean checking up on what others are doing constantly or compulsively reaching out to maintain connection.
—Charles Trepany, USA Today, 16 Sep. 2025
Too uptight to refrain from checking email.
—Jodie Cook, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025
The compromise expanded access to overdose reversal drugs, and limited legal liability for drug users and harm reduction workers who use drug-checking equipment.
—State House News Service, Boston Herald, 16 Sep. 2025
There’s no one checking tickets.
—Charlotte Observer, 9 Sep. 2025
Kehl went unit to unit checking for unlocked doors before happening upon the Ferrell’s condo on the 34th floor, police say.
—David Goodhue, Miami Herald, 3 Sep. 2025
For the latest on containment progress, keep checking for updates.
—Ca Wildfire Bot, Sacbee.com, 3 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for checking
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In another photo, Cardi struck a pose in her thong bodysuit and showed off her backside (massive peacock tattoo, and all) while standing alongside her album's latest cover and corresponding box set.—
Skyler Caruso,
PEOPLE,
11 Sep. 2025
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Mecklenburg County online records on the state’s eCourts system do not show any corresponding case files related to this arrest.—
Julia Coin,
Charlotte Observer,
9 Sep. 2025
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To my surprise, Gary Friedman, the CEO and visionary behind the brand, was in the restaurant, casually moving between tables and greeting guests before graciously stopping at ours.—
Erica Wertheim Zohar,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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One video was a loop showing the moment of impact in slow-motion, stopping before blood is seen.—
Preston Fore,
Fortune,
11 Sep. 2025
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Outside of Seville, Thompson, Lyles, and Bednarek keeping the Jamaica versus USA rivalry alive, the most notable observation of the race is that 50% of the finalists were from African nations, a strong feat for an event typically dominated by the aforementioned countries.—
Katelyn Hutchison,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
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While Hadden-Paton was unsuccessful in keeping his dapper suit, his costar, Hugh Bonneville, who plays Lord Grantham, confessed to Kelly Ripa and Michael Strahan on Live!—
Meredith Wilshere,
PEOPLE,
14 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The news about the rocket test was published coinciding with North Korea’s 77th Day of the Foundation of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea, an anniversary around which Pyongyang has tested weapons in the past.—
Brad Lendon,
CNN Money,
9 Sep. 2025
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Kensington Palace confirmed that William will carry out royal duties Monday through Wednesday, directly coinciding with Harry’s planned public appearances.—
Simon Perry,
PEOPLE,
8 Sep. 2025
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Simultaneously, Foden attacks the vacant space, catching Manuel Ugarte off guard.—
Ahmed Walid,
New York Times,
15 Sep. 2025
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Emeka Egbuka delivered on the preseason hype in his first NFL game, catching four passes for 67 yards and two scores.—
Ben Verbrugge,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Part of her had always felt an aching imposter syndrome and a difficulty controlling her emotions.—
Clare Mulroy,
USA Today,
11 Sep. 2025
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These are essential for controlling the whip-like motion that propels sperm forward.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
11 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The one on top is soft, conforming to your body, while the firmer one underneath provides support.—
Wes Siler,
Outside,
27 Aug. 2025
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When done correctly, the result should increasingly feel like working 1-1 with an instructor, but without the inconvenience of conforming to the instructor's schedule or competing for time and attention with other students.—
Ray Ravaglia,
Forbes,
16 Dec. 2024
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Runge argues in The Great Healthcare Disruption that innovation without humanity risks leaving patients behind, while humanity without innovation risks stalling medical progress.—
Nia Bowers,
USA Today,
12 Sep. 2025
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Recent employment data, including the August jobs report, show a US economy with job growth that’s stalling out.—
Alicia Wallace,
CNN Money,
9 Sep. 2025
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“Checking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/checking. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.
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