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check out

VERB
leave a hotel, hospital, etc.
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VERB
examine
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STRONGEST
VERB
prove accurate or consistent
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When you start suspecting that your position might be terminated, it’s easy to mentally check out.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 12, 2026

Rizzo said he tried to select the tickets and check out, but FIFA’s website glitched and wouldn’t let him.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

Friends in Cleveland persuaded them to check out the Hudson area, where they fell in love with the green countryside and the small-town life.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 25, 2026

Those curious about the backstory of Zeb Orrelios, who first appeared in live-action among other former Rebellion fighters at the Adelphi base in “The Mandalorian” Season 3 Episode 5, should check out “Star Wars Rebels.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2026

"It means don't end your case before you check out everything," Mr. Drew said with a smile.

From "Scream for Ice Cream: Nancy Drew and the Clue Crew, #2" by Carolyn Keene




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