Definition: 1. A written order directing a bank to pay money. 2. Examine so as to determine accuracy, quality, or condition. 3. Make an examination or investigation. 4. Be careful or certain to do something; make certain of something.
Use 'check' in a sentence:
1. My parents are always checking up on me.
2. We check prices at the time of going to press.
3. They carried out security checks at the airport.
4. Do you know your check-in time?
5. I'll check this letter for you, if you want.
6. You'd better check with Jane what time she's expecting us tonight.
7. You can have your files back after we've checked them.
8. Go and check (that) I've locked the windows.
9. There, you're in check.
10. Check that the plug has not come loose.
11. Check that all windows and doors have been made as secure as possible.
12. If you have a tree stump, check it for fungus.
13. It is strongly recommended that the machines should be checked every year.
14. The check shirt is a reject - too small.
15. Double-check that the ladder is secure.
16. The book has been checked out in your name.
17. Check that your size is in stock.
18. He held up a hypodermic to check the dosage.
19. She gave me the minutes of the meeting to read and check.
20. The police ran a check on the registration number of the car.
21. Check out the new website. It's the bomb!
22. Can I have the check, please?
23. Check over your work for mistakes.
24. Check your car before you drive to make sure that your lights are working.
25. Please check in at least an hour before departure.
26. The drugs were found in their car during a routine check by police.
27. Check that joints are secure and the wood is sound.
28. The fault was discovered during a routine check.
29. Check whether a fuse has blown.
30. Check that the baby's okay.
31. We ought to check him out on the computer.
32. I'll just go and check on the children.
33. It's down to you to check the door.
34. I'll double-check the figures.
35. Do you want to check your coats?
36. The city police set up roadblocks to check passing vehicles.
37. A cold spring will provide a natural check on the number of insects.
38. Could you give the tyres a check?
39. Cars are checked as they come off the production line.
40. It should have been a simple matter to check.
41. It is vital to keep a check on your speed.
42. Check that all the details are correct.
43. Please check that these details are correct.
44. Check the terms of the policy before you sign.
45. Check the oil and water before setting off.
46. Check the names off as the guests arrive.
47. Was any check made on Mr Morris when he applied for the post?
48. The local police found her story didn't check out.
49. We always check people's addresses as a matter of course.
50. The equipment is checked on a regular basis.
51. The government is determined to check the growth of public spending.
52. Check the list of ingredients on the side of the package.
53. Production has been suspended while safety checks are carried out.
