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check

[chek] / tʃɛk /


NOUN
symbol for ticking off
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NOUN
pattern of squares
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Deciding whether to switch requires looking beyond a possible dividend check.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 16, 2026

Many players were promised enormous paydays in order to join LIV, but not all that money came in the form of a single upfront check.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026

Sylvia Phillips body was discovered after her GP asked police to conduct a welfare check.

From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026

“These are really big administrative burdens. It might sound really simple, like you just have to check someone’s passport and they’re good to go,” Garber said.

From Salon • Apr. 16, 2026

“And then you can check the e.mail. If you don’t hear from me or see me for three days, send an SOS.”

From "Nim’s Island" by Wendy Orr




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