- present participle of check.
checking
Example Sentences
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“It’s no longer about sightseeing or checking destinations off a list. It is about preserving meaningful experiences with family and friends while minimizing stress.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 27, 2026
Tap-to-pay is getting a TikTok makeover as shoppers turn checking out into a personalized accessory.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 24, 2026
As one security guard confessed to those checking to see if their VIP wristbands granted them access to the coveted Clubhouse lawn, “I wish I could let you all in.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 24, 2026
The Treasury General Account is essentially its checking account where tax revenues are deposited and government spending is paid.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 24, 2026
I walked down the aisle like that, not seeing anybody, just checking for a spot.
From "Ida B" by Katherine Hannigan
