as in inspection
a close look at or over someone or something in order to judge condition
the vet gave the kitten a checkup, then reassuringly declared her in fine health
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Recent Examples of checkup
The video showed Petrov undergoing medical checkups on a flight to Russia.
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Associated Press, Time, 10 Apr. 2025
In addition to daily brushing and flossing, getting regular dental cleanings and checkups is essential for gum health.
—Mark Gurarie, Health, 6 Apr. 2025
South Carolina's Planned Parenthood Medicaid ban is total and includes everything from contraception to health checkups.
—Newsweek Staff, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Apr. 2025
The new location is situated at 245 Amity Road, Suite 106 in Woodbridge and offers a bevvy of services, from regular vision checkups to ocular disease management, according to a statement.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 1 Apr. 2025
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Associated Press, Time, 10 Apr. 2025
In addition to daily brushing and flossing, getting regular dental cleanings and checkups is essential for gum health.
—Mark Gurarie, Health, 6 Apr. 2025
South Carolina's Planned Parenthood Medicaid ban is total and includes everything from contraception to health checkups.
—Newsweek Staff, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Apr. 2025
The new location is situated at 245 Amity Road, Suite 106 in Woodbridge and offers a bevvy of services, from regular vision checkups to ocular disease management, according to a statement.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 1 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for checkup
Noun
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The Folsom and Clementine program mirrors restrictions adopted across Northern California with boaters wishing to launch having a red quarantine seal for at least 30 days after a mandatory inspection.—
Daniel Hunt,
Sacbee.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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Boar’s Head closed that facility in September after inspection reports revealed numerous problems, including model, insects, dripping water and meat and fat residue on walls, floors and equipment dating back at least two years, the Associated Press reported.—
Addy Bink,
The Hill,
8 Apr. 2025
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Each of those studies was itself a meta-analysis, based on an examination of data from a number of other prior independent studies.—
Emily Kay Votruba,
EverydayHealth.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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Trump did not undergo anesthesia during his examination, according to Leavitt.—
Mabinty Quarshie,
The Washington Examiner,
11 Apr. 2025
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Regularly audit and update training materials to keep them fresh and aligned with strategy.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
17 Apr. 2025
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The upside for high earners is clear: Fewer agents means fewer audits and reviews.—
Robert Frank,
CNBC,
17 Apr. 2025
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But not everyone retires — an AARP survey last year found that a quarter of people over 50 expect to never leave their jobs.—
Melissa Rudy,
FOXNews.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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In fall 2023, KTA’s customer satisfaction survey found that 84% of respondents supported the switch to cashless tolling.—
Matthew Kelly,
Kansas City Star,
9 Apr. 2025
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Now, Hochul is forcing a ban through the budget, bypassing public scrutiny and accountability.—
N. Goldberg,
New York Daily News,
9 Apr. 2025
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The Fort Worth Independent School District’s new executive director of transportation presented his plans to turn around a department clouded by a poor reputation and recent scrutiny by its workers.—
Lina Ruiz,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
9 Apr. 2025
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“Checkup.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/checkup. Accessed 24 Apr. 2025.
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