Check: meaning, definitions and examples

Used when you need to quickly look at something to ensure it's correct or satisfactory.

• Can you check if the door is locked?
• I need to check my email.

Used when you need to make sure something is true, accurate, or justified, often involving objective evidence.

• We need to verify your identity.
• Please verify the accuracy of this information.

Used when you look at something closely and carefully to ensure standards or regulations are being met, often in an official capacity.

• The inspector will inspect the building tomorrow.
• Make sure you inspect the car before buying it.

Used when you need to look at something carefully and in detail, often for the purpose of understanding or making an analysis.

• The doctor will examine the patient in the next room.
• We need to examine the data before making a decision.

Used when you need to assert the accuracy or validity of something that has been established or arranged.

• Please confirm your attendance by tomorrow.
• We need to confirm the hotel reservation.

Use 'check' in a strategic game like chess to indicate the king is under attack.

• He moved his rook and put his opponent's king in check.
• The game ended in checkmate.

Use 'threat' for an expression or indication of intent to inflict harm, often with a negative connotation.

• He made a threat to destroy their property.
• The growing tension was seen as a threat to peace.

Use 'challenge' when referring to something difficult that tests one's abilities or a call to compete.

• Climbing that mountain was a real challenge.
• She accepted his challenge to a chess match.

Use 'danger' when referring to a situation where there is a possibility of harm or injury.

• The sign warned of immediate danger ahead.
• They didn't realize the full danger of the avalanche.