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Definitions

check

[chek] / tʃɛk /


NOUN
symbol for ticking off
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NOUN
pattern of squares
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Example Sentences

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But a merger with Ares Acquisition, a blank check company backed by the Los Angeles firm, was scuttled in October 2023 as investors cooled on special-purpose acquisition companies and became cautious on new issues.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 24, 2026

In the centre of Vladimir I check my phone.

From BBC • Apr. 24, 2026

Read a preview of American’s earings below and check back for more analysis soon.

From Barron's • Apr. 23, 2026

As part of the partnership, the city will waive collection of its Los Angeles Fire Department spot check fee, which currently costs $285.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 21, 2026

I check my phone and find two messages from Dad and my stomach turns its usual cartwheel.

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam




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