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
However, at her 20-week checkup, Shelman, 35, and Dederscheck, 38, were told that doctors noticed abnormalities in their baby’s development.
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Vanessa Etienne, PEOPLE, 28 Dec. 2025
But plenty of everyday habits—like staying active, eating well, sleeping consistently, not smoking, and keeping up with checkups—can shift some of those risks in your favor.
—Abby Norman, Verywell Health, 27 Dec. 2025
During annual checkups, talk to your clinician about body composition and metabolic health, not just weight.
—Anna Barton Bradley, The Conversation, 26 Dec. 2025
The aquarium will perform at least one physical exam per year, and others if any additional checkups if needed.
—Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 24 Dec. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for checkup
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Because Indiana doesn't require routine vehicle inspections, the truck remained street legal.—
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The scheduled follow-up inspection has not yet occurred.—
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The examination of the past all feels pretty surface-level.—
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After an examination of her records, the election board said 188 of Walker Thomas’ petition signatures were invalid, which brought her total number of valid signatures to 445, below the minimum 500 signatures required to run.—
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In another audit, the city will review the Public Works Department, which oversees water and sewer operations and billing, with an emphasis on water management, infrastructure and service.—
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In an audit of the Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection over two fiscal years, the state’s bipartisan auditors found that 56% of troopers in the various barracks surveyed had earned more money in overtime than in their base salaries.—
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The researchers analyzed nationwide CDC survey data, identifying trends associated with average life expectancy by county, according to a press release.—
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In a recent survey, 44% believe tariffs have already increased the price of goods and services, and a quarter reported switching to generic or private-label goods in response.—
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Transparent procurement, international oversight, open data (where feasible) and meaningful parliamentary scrutiny can keep ambition accountable.—
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Visa and MasterCard have responded to growing scrutiny with minor, cosmetic adjustments, but the core problem remains unchanged.—
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“Checkup.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/checkup. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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