checkered

Example Sentences

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But “Reality Check,” a new Netflix docuseries now streaming that examines “ANTM” and its checkered history through the accounts of those who were a part of it, is not affiliated with Banks.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 16, 2026

Musk’s previous combinations of SolarCity with Tesla and X —formerly Twitter—with xAI point to a checkered history of value creation via mergers.

From Barron's • Feb. 3, 2026

Although she wanted to keep her kitchen neutral, she added a pop of color with red-and-white checkered floors and a blue oven.

From MarketWatch • Dec. 16, 2025

Here, it also warrants mention that Nuzzi has accused Lizza of some pretty horrendous things, and that Lizza has a checkered history of his own.

From Slate • Nov. 19, 2025

I reached into the pocket of my checkered dress and pulled out the handbill Aunt Kitty had given me the other day.

From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan