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check

[chek] / tʃɛk /


NOUN
symbol for ticking off
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NOUN
pattern of squares
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“You can guess if you check out the name.”

From Salon • Jun. 11, 2026

Once you’ve saved a few items, check out your personalized save dashboard at latimes.com/saved/guides.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

Gates told staff at his foundation in February that he was aware of some "18-month thing" that had limited Epstein's travel, but that he didn't properly check his background.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

Some economists expected the central bank to retain such language in Wednesday’s decision, like in April, as a way to keep inflation expectations in check.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

With a barely stifled sigh, I ducked into the small hall bathroom just off the kitchen and did a quick check of myself in the mirror.

From "Glitch" by Laura Martin




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