checked
chekt
- v examine so as to determine accuracy, quality, or condition
- v make an examination or investigation
- v be careful or certain to do something; make certain of something
- v lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits
- v stop for a moment, as if out of uncertainty or caution
She checked for an instant and missed a step - v put a check mark on or near or next to
- v slow the growth or development of
- v be verified or confirmed; pass inspection
- v be compatible, similar or consistent; coincide in their characteristics
- v block or impede (a player from the opposing team) in ice hockey
- v develop (children's) behavior by instruction and practice; especially to teach self-control
- v consign for shipment on a vehicle
- v hand over something to somebody as for temporary safekeeping
- v abandon the intended prey, turn, and pursue an inferior prey
- v stop in a chase especially when scent is lost
The dog checked - v mark into squares or draw squares on; draw crossed lines on
- v decline to initiate betting
- v hold back, as of a danger or an enemy; check the expansion or influence of
- v place into check
He checked my kings - v write out a check on a bank account
- v find out, learn, or determine with certainty, usually by making an inquiry or other effort
- v verify by consulting a source or authority
- v arrest the motion (of something) abruptly
He checked the flow of water by shutting off the main valve - v make cracks or chinks in
The heat checked the paint - v become fractured; break or crack on the surface only
- s patterned with alternating squares of color
- Seattle police periodically checked Cobain's house, finding no traces of the singer.
- But if you don't want to risk losing it, put it in your checked luggage.
- No charge for the first checked bag ($25 for the second), and it's holding the line on the other freebies, like drinks and blankets, as well as still offering free meals like .