| 单词 | check |
| 释义 | check (tʃek ) Word forms: checks , checking , checked 1. verb A2 If you check something such as a piece of information or a document, you make sure that it is correct or satisfactory. Check the accuracy of everything in your CV. [VERB noun] It's worth checking each item for obvious flaws. [VERB noun] I think there is an age limit, but I'd have to check. [VERB] She hadn't checked whether she had a clean ironed shirt. [VERB wh] He checked that he had his room key. [VERB that] I shall need to check with the duty officer. [VERB + with] Synonyms: examine, test, study, look at Check is also a noun. He is being constantly monitored with regular checks on his blood pressure. [+ on] ...a security check. 2. See also cross-check 3. verb If you check on someone or something, you make sure they are in a safe or satisfactory condition. Stephen checked on her several times during the night. [VERB on noun] He decided to check on things at the warehouse. [VERB + on] 4. verb A2 If you check something that is written on a piece of paper, you put a mark, like a V with the right side extended, next to it to show that something is correct or has been selected or dealt with. [US] Check the box at the top of the form indicating that it is the correct version. [VERB noun] 5. verb To check something, usually something bad, means to stop it from spreading or continuing. Sex education is also expected to help check the spread of sexually transmitted diseases. [VERB noun] ...free press that will check corruption by ensuring total transparency in government. [VERB noun] Synonyms: stop, control, limit, arrest 6. verb If you check yourself or if something checks you, you suddenly stop what you are doing or saying. He was about to lose his temper but checked himself in time. [VERB pronoun-reflexive] I held up one finger to check him. [VERB noun] 7. verb B2 When you check your luggage at an airport, you give it to an official so that it can be taken on to your plane. We arrived at the airport, checked our baggage and wandered around the gift shops. [VERB noun] You can check your baggage right through to its final destination. [VERB noun preposition/adverb] To check in your luggage means the same as to check it. They checked in their luggage and found seats in the departure lounge. [VERB PARTICLE noun] 8. countable noun A2 The check in a restaurant is a piece of paper on which the price of your meal is written and which you are given before you pay. [mainly US] regional note: in BRIT, use bill9. convention In a game of chess, you say check when you are attacking your opponent's king. 10. countable noun [oft NOUN noun] B2 A pattern of squares, usually of two colours, can be referred to as checks or a check. Styles include stripes and checks. ...a red and white check dress. 11. to hold something in check phrase If something or someone is held in check or is kept in check, they are controlled and prevented from becoming too great or powerful. Unemployment was still held in check but the economy was stagnating. He's found someone with a bit of fight to keep him in check. 12. A check is the same as a cheque. [US] 13. See also double-check, rain check, spot check Phrasal verbs: check in 1. phrasal verb B1 When you check in or check into a hotel or clinic, or if someone checks you in, you arrive and go through the necessary procedures before you stay there. I'll ring the hotel. I'll tell them we'll check in tomorrow. [VERB PARTICLE] He has checked into an alcohol treatment centre. [VERB PARTICLE noun] Check us in at the hotel and wait for my call. [VERB noun PARTICLE] 2. phrasal verb B1 When you check in at an airport, you arrive and show your ticket before going on a flight. He had checked in at Amsterdam's Schiphol airport for a flight to Manchester. [VERB PARTICLE] 3. See also check-in, check [sense 7] check off phrasal verb When you check things off, you check or count them while referring to a list of them, to make sure you have considered all of them. Once you've checked off the items you ordered, put this record in your file. [VERB PARTICLE noun] I haven't checked them off but I would say that's about the number. [VERB noun PARTICLE] check out 1. phrasal verb B1 When you check out of a hotel or clinic where you have been staying, or if someone checks you out, you pay the bill and leave. They packed and checked out of the hotel. [VERB PARTICLE + of] I was disappointed to miss Bryan, who had just checked out. [VERB PARTICLE] I'd like to check him out of here the day after tomorrow. [VERB noun PARTICLE + of] 2. phrasal verb If you check out something or someone, you find out information about them to make sure that everything is correct or satisfactory. Maybe we ought to go down to the library and check it out. [VERB noun PARTICLE] We ought to check him out on the computer. [VERB noun PARTICLE] The police had to check out the call. [VERB PARTICLE noun] 3. phrasal verb If something checks out, it is correct or satisfactory. She was in San Diego the weekend Jensen got killed. It checked out. [VERB PARTICLE] Everything checks out. [VERB] 4. See also checkout check up 1. phrasal verb If you check up on something, you find out information about it. It is certainly worth checking up on your benefit entitlements. [VERB PARTICLE + on] The Government employs tax inspectors to check up and make sure people pay all their tax. [VERB PARTICLE] 2. See also check-up 3. phrasal verb If you check up on someone, you obtain information about them, usually secretly. I'm sure he knew I was checking up on him. [VERB PARTICLE + on] Idioms: take a rain check to refuse an offer or invitation politely, or say that you would like to accept it, but at a different time She says she'd like to take a rain check on it and do it in May. Easy Learning Idioms Dictionary. Copyright © HarperCollins Publishers Collocations: affordability check An affordability check will be required. Times, Sunday Times (2014) There are stringent affordability checks from which only those with clean credit records and restrained spending habits may emerge successful. Times, Sunday Times (2016) Have the affordability checks required of mortgage lenders gone a bit far? Times, Sunday Times (2015) Once they reach Hungary they can travel west without border checks. The Sun (2015) Tougher border checks are not enough. Times, Sunday Times (2013) The pilot raised suspicions when he refused a request to submit to border checks. Times, Sunday Times (2015) You can check your file for as little as 2 and correct any mistakes. Times, Sunday Times Check your file at least once a year and before you apply for a credit product. Times, Sunday Times To avoid this, you can check your file and take steps to improve your rating or amend any errors. Times, Sunday Times This enables e2fsck to skip them entirely and greatly reduces the time it takes to check the file system. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 It was one of several discs containing highly sensitive data that were sent to a private data company to check the files of public sector employees for possible fraud. Times, Sunday Times I had to check my watch — it behaviour said 2012. The Sun I check my watch and sigh. Times, Sunday Times I check my watch: not much time. Globe and Mail During the sermon, people were checking their watches, and then they were shaking them to make sure they weren't broken. Christianity Today People nod agreement, smile, check their watches, or slump in their seats. Christianity Today Decide which festival you want to work at and check their website. The Sun Check my website to see if he bagged another nomination. The Sun Check the website or follow @samscornwall for details. Times, Sunday Times Check the website for details of bike hire and accommodation. Times, Sunday Times Obviously, not all the experts are appearing at the same time, so check the website for specific dates. Times, Sunday Times Clean excess as you go with a damp cloth and check constantly that it all looks nice and straight. Times, Sunday Times It's never going to happen, of course, but imagine you could stay with your existing supplier without feeling you have to check constantly you are not being ripped off. Times, Sunday Times The journey took three days because the line, bridges and viaducts had to be checked constantly. Times, Sunday Times At least 27 senior bureaucrats have had their membership cancelled and officials will check daily play lists to catch staff teeing off during working hours. Times, Sunday Times Check daily to make sure things aren't drying out and, as always, remove the lid as soon as you can to keep air circulation up. Times, Sunday Times Foxes are determined hunters so you need sturdily built hen houses and runs with heavy-duty wire, which you must check daily for signs of foxes. Times, Sunday Times Check daily for new deals. The Sun Their temperature will be checked daily and blood tests will reduce after the first week. Times,Sunday Times Budget airlines are infamous for adding extra charges, including a fee to check luggage into the hold. The Sun Passengers are likely to incur higher travelling costs as they will need to check luggage into airline holds, often at a price of more than 30 per bag. Times, Sunday Times Customers are benefiting from discounts on their checked luggage and the introduction of a free second carry-on bag policy. The Sun At the moment they allow 20kg of checked luggage and up to eight bags. The Sun Some airlines charge up to 25 a bag for checked luggage and up to 10 to reserve a specific seat or board the plane first. Times, Sunday Times Check periodically that it has not boiled dry. Times, Sunday Times Bring to the boil and simmer for 2½ hours, checking periodically that it has not boiled dry. Times, Sunday Times Remember, also, that you need to carry out further checks periodically if an employee has only a limited right to work in this country. Times, Sunday Times Steam in a large pan for three hours (checking periodically to ensure it doesn't dry out) and store in a cool place for up to a year. Times, Sunday Times Keep the compost dampish and wait for a couple of months, checking periodically for growth. Times, Sunday Times Some employers don't check references, and many assistants come through agencies that do not take as much care as they should. Times, Sunday Times Second, it may reduce the costs an employer could incur from defending its right to check references. Christianity Today An agent will market the property for you, find a tenant and check references. The Sun In future always check references of independent holiday rentals very carefully indeed as, in the event disaster strikes, getting your money back can be a total horror. The Sun But a hospital offering work would also be expected to check references and qualifications. Times, Sunday Times Check regularly over your shoulder and always signal early and clearly. Times, Sunday Times Walkers, cyclists and picnickers visiting at-risk areas should use insect-repellent, wear shoes, socks and long trousers, and check regularly for ticks. Times, Sunday Times A private security company would check regularly that the items remained in his possession. Times, Sunday Times If you have been with a provider for years, check regularly to see that its offerings match the best. Times, Sunday Times But prices are changing all the time as stores look to gain the edge, so check regularly. The Sun Regulators must act at once to ensure all toys are rigorously checked. The Sun (2009) She must now check rigorously to see how many other offenders have sneaked through this ' loophole 'and are working in our schools. The Sun (2006) A university spokesman said: 'Any international scholarships are rigorously checked for their academic excellence. The Sun (2014) You routinely check your home's value. The Sun (2014) Americans routinely check their credit score, which they regard as a key indicator of their financial health. Times, Sunday Times (2015) For overweight women, it's also important to have your blood sugar checked routinely. Christianity Today (2000) Check the label or seek advice before buying to avoid ending up with a tree that never delivers. Times, Sunday Times Always check the label on food for contents such as lactose or milk derivatives. Times, Sunday Times Broadly speaking, summer heathers need acid soil while winter ones take a little lime, so check the label before you buy. Times, Sunday Times Many brands put calcium back in, but check the label. Times, Sunday Times Check the label inside the door of your microwave to find its frequency (most run at 2,450 megahertz). Times, Sunday Times Check the mirror before you come out in the morning! Times,Sunday Times Several groups are surveying one another through the thick traffic — checking their mirrors for signs of the morality police. Times, Sunday Times He didn't check his mirrors and pulled out in front of other vehicles twice. The Sun Though not before she has checked her mirrors and indicated. Times, Sunday Times I indicate, check my mirrors and don't mind if people honk me. The Sun If you don't laugh at least once while thumbing through this hefty volume, you should check your pulse. Times, Sunday Times If you're not pacing up and down the room with excitement, check your pulse. Times, Sunday Times If you don't feel anything after hearing her do this number, check your pulse. Times, Sunday Times Although the surgeon realised this, nursing staff were not told and did not regularly check her pulse and blood pressure, the coroner concluded in a narrative verdict last month. Times, Sunday Times And, finally, check your pulse. Times, Sunday Times So it's wise taking time to check your record and improve this if possible. The Sun They can then check your record online. The Sun Nationwide knows this, because the call was recorded and it checked the recording. Times, Sunday Times If you are rejected for your next credit card, do not apply for others until you have checked your record. Times, Sunday Times Those who have spent long periods working abroad should also check their records. Times, Sunday Times Check the temperature of the oil and continue frying the falafels in batches until they are all cooked. Times, Sunday Times You will need to check the temperature, as the lid will raise the heat - the veal should remain only gently bubbling. Times, Sunday Times Chlorine hand-washing tubs sit outside every public building, complete with guards who check the temperature of all who enter. Times, Sunday Times The court was told that he took no action other than to check her temperature and to get a piece of equipment to test the extent of paralysis. Times, Sunday Times If you're concerned about your air-conditioning system, you should take it to a specialist here, who will be able to check the temperature of the air coming from the vents. Times, Sunday Times Such clubs are well geared up to check the validity of driving credentials, as are hire firms. Times, Sunday Times All the main inspection firms provide customer hotlines for purchasers to check the validity of certificates against a register. Times, Sunday Times The commission would also be given new powers to check the validity of the petition and number of signatures. Times, Sunday Times Before the recession, most shoppers didn't do their sums and check the validity of price 'deals'. Times, Sunday Times In theory, banks are supposed to alert you to double check the validity of a payee's details if you are making the first payment in more than 13 months. Times, Sunday Times Video uploads therefore need to be checked thoroughly for credibility and authenticity. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Their references are checked thoroughly and criticisms are immediately addressed. Times, Sunday Times Some will be checked thoroughly only once every five years under the new proposals. The Sun Magazines must also be checked thoroughly before usage against the creation of scratches in the emulsion. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Documents requiring his signature were always checked thoroughly. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Some church members may simply forget to complete the check. Christianity Today It was intended to complete the check and return her to flying condition, but she was eventually stripped of parts. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Navigating the station and completing the checks was designed to be as straightforward and hasslefree as possible. Times, Sunday Times The company was fined almost 2 million for its failings in providing criminal checks on people working with the vulnerable. Times, Sunday Times And one in ten primary care trusts doesn't obey the law and fails to make criminal checks on staff. The Sun Orders go astray, form-filling gets nowhere and his son cannot initially be passed for visits until they have done background criminal checks on him. Times,Sunday Times Among other shortcomings, inspectors noted that criminal checks had not been obtained for all teachers before they started work. Times, Sunday Times Those with uncertain status will be able to become permanent residents after five years, subject to fraud, security and criminal checks. Times, Sunday Times For example, he would write a check from the mortgage account and deposit that check into the benevolent account, which was kept at another bank. Christianity Today The banker would expect him to deposit the check forthwith in his bank. Christianity Today Dale deposits a check in the amount of $1,000 in the offering during a worship service. Christianity Today She deposited the check a day later. Christianity Today Payment was on the honor system: customers deposited their checks with the correct amount in a glass box by the door on the way out. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 After adjusting her buoyancy compensator and cinching her weight belt, she and Rodgers made a final check of each other's equipment. INCA GOLD (1994) One final check that the stranger was still unconscious, then he warily opened the front door a crack. THE LAST TEMPTATION (2002) He pulled on his dress jacket, made a final check on the weather station, and instructed Major Monitor to take command. METAPLANETARY (2001) The treasurer issues a check for those miles multiplied times the standard mileage rate. Christianity Today The church issues a check to the pastor in the amount of the offering. Christianity Today The charity issued a check in the amount of $2,500 to another charity. Christianity Today But that rarely happens because she makes sure the same people give her bike a monthly check. Times, Sunday Times When a monthly check indicates a sudden drop against the norm, alarm bells ring. Times, Sunday Times And half of all motorists failed to do a monthly check. The Sun And each zero reduces the size of the monthly check. Houston Chronicle The sites make monthly checks on the tariffs available and switch you to the gas and electricity rates they think are the best value. The Sun If you are stopped for a passport check, you've gone too far. ST Some would be symbolic: to use the automatic gates at our airports, rather than queueing for a passport check. Times, Sunday Times All international travelers had to change trains here because of the break-of-gauge, and had to go through passport check. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 This very small side street, packed between the buildings, has a passport check. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 However, the operator will face a new challenge with the government's planned vigorous outward-bound passport checks. Times, Sunday Times The software will perform the checks required to prove a composition in milliseconds, rather than the hours or days required for paper based proving methods. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Police had performed a check on his vehicle after he had failed to halt at a stop sign. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Services like these will actually perform the checks, supply the company with adverse action letters, and ensure compliance throughout the process. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 It was for the first time that the airline performed the check on its aircraft using its in-house expertise. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Once you've got the always-on e-mail set up, every buzz in your pocket demands a quick check. Times, Sunday Times (2009) I did a quick check on the majorities of some of the most notorious. Times, Sunday Times (2012) A quick check of the records confirms him to be essentially correct. Times, Sunday Times (2008) Many charity trustees have been kept to the straight and narrow by the fear of a random check. Times, Sunday Times One time, they pulled me over for a random check. The Sun Onlookers said she acted like a 'spoiled brat' when pulled aside for a random check before boarding. The Sun Though a cat did make it through, my llamas fell at the final fence: a random check of the voters' roll. Times, Sunday Times It was then, during a random check at her office, that she was stopped by a member of security. The Sun On rare occasions, two acts that tied for highest score would each receive the check and trophy. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 We would soon be receiving a check for more than was needed to cover the additional salary for the entire year. Christianity Today He also received a check for $17,500 in donations from supporters. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 The card member then received a check in the mail for the 5% cash back. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 When the title was originally conceived, the champion defended against randomly selected opponents, with the winner receiving a check for $1000. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Her lack of qualifications were picked up by a routine check. Times, Sunday Times (2016) So he is going to undergo a routine check to be sure. The Sun (2013) Then, when I was through with all the routine checking, I found what I had expected. FOOLS GOLD He offers the playwright a contract and a royalty check in exchange for significant creative control. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 His first royalty check, received that same year, was for $6500. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 It won numerous awards, and earned a royalty check of $160,000 that summer. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Surely he could have coasted along on his good looks and his royalty checks in his later years? Times, Sunday Times Most cartoonists labor in obscurity, their pens and drawing boards (and occasional royalty checks) their only companions. Christianity Today The salesman runs a credit check and an alarm sounds. Times, Sunday Times (2012) He alerted cops who ran a check on the dogs' implanted microchips. The Sun (2014) Instead, the three firms run stringent credit checks on borrowers. The Sun (2012) By law, you must do an annual gas safety check and fit smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. Times, Sunday Times (2016) Anyone with learning disabilities will need to come with a known buddy and must undergo a safety check to determine their suitability for life on board. Times, Sunday Times (2016) Landlords are required by law to have an annual gas safety check carried out and to ensure that boilers are maintained in a safe condition. Times, Sunday Times (2015) Every aircraft must undergo a check every 12 to 18 months. Times, Sunday Times It must run a public consultation over its proposed new name and undergo a check of its governance arrangements. Times, Sunday Times A minority of users will undergo this check, while the remainder will be given a chance to get away with a violation. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 All 1.5million claimants of incapacity benefit are undergoing checks to see if they are fit for work. The Sun Foreign nationals who enter one of the signatory countries can also travel to other signatory states without having to obtain additional permits or to undergo checks at border checkpoints. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 As they had already done that, and with only one unemployment check remaining, they were happy to comply. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 The unemployment checks didn't bother her either. Christianity Today She also voted to reduce weekly unemployment checks. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 The emigration contributed to keeping the unemployment checked and also acted as a source of capital and foreign currency. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 We'll ask people to give their time, just come in four times a year, and write a check. Christianity Today For example, he would write a check from the mortgage account and deposit that check into the benevolent account, which was kept at another bank. Christianity Today Because if you're really convicted about cheating on your income tax, you get out an envelope and write a check. Christianity Today That contestant hit a plunger that stopped five spinning numbers, which could be used to write the check. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 I am not writing a check that large and putting it in the offering plate next week. Christianity Today Translations: Chinese: 检查, 检查 Japanese: 照合, 調べる |
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