Definitions

check on

VERB

corroborate

Synonyms

STRONGEST

authenticate confirm justify substantiate validate verify

STRONG

approve certify document endorse establish okay prove ratify strengthen support sustain

WEAK

bear out check out check up declare true double-check give nod rubber-stamp

Antonyms

STRONGEST

disprove invalidate veto

STRONG

contradict deny disagree disapprove discredit oppose refuse reject

WEAK

disallow disclaim refute

Example Sentences

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More people came, he said, and he returned to check on his brother, finding that he had left the BMW and was sitting in his Audi passenger seat.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

The first thing to check on any vehicle you’re eyeballing is its unaddressed recalls, especially if they’re related to the vehicle’s battery or electronics.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

The move was seen as a risk, the result a check on Porter’s ambition.

From Los Angeles Times • May 11, 2026

Fares could also increase over time because "a meaningful check on the system is now gone," Akubuiro said.

From Barron's • May 9, 2026

Ms. Blair stands up to check on me one last time.

From "Finding Junie Kim" by Ellen Oh

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