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checkered

[chek-erd] / ˈtʃɛk ərd /


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They have a checkered performance history and can be difficult to sell.

From Barron's • Jun. 16, 2026

Louisiana facility beset by escapes, health hazards and otters biting visitors is trying to put its checkered past behind it.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

And it won’t be helped by putting more oil through a pipeline that has had a checkered record for safety.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 21, 2026

In a matter of 10 seconds, he had launched himself from third to first—and straight to the checkered flag.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 3, 2026

The checkered tile floor became slick with rain and mud, and it took all of my concentration not to slip.

From "The Darkest Minds" by Alexandra Bracken




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