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check

[chek] / tʃɛk /


NOUN
symbol for ticking off
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NOUN
pattern of squares
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This week, as every week, we check in on the latest primary results, as well as complete our regularly scheduled check-in of California’s primary results.

From Slate • Jun. 13, 2026

The news conference was delayed by around one hour because of "inclement weather", with the UFC asking attendees to "check weather conditions before travelling".

From BBC • Jun. 13, 2026

This smart typewriter lacks the distractions of a laptop—like a way to check Facebook—and can send dad’s drafts to the cloud, where he can access them wirelessly from other devices.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026

ElAttrache said he told McGregor to check with UFC drug testers about prescriptions the consultant gave him.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 12, 2026

When they got to the ruins of Ingapirca, there was a security check for tours.

From "The Way to Rio Luna" by Zoraida Cordova




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