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check

[chek] / tʃɛk /


NOUN
symbol for ticking off
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NOUN
pattern of squares
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My son’s first credit check revealed that his score was in the prime range already thanks to being an authorized user on my card.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026

The church said at the time the check did not take place due to an oversight.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

This week will bring another gut check for data center and chip demand, but a disappointing outlook on that front appears unlikely.

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

For evolutionary science, they show why we must check our closest relatives before assuming a specific, or unique, cultural explanation.

From Science Daily • Jun. 8, 2026

At first I think she’s messing with me, but I turn around to check, and it is.

From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison




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