checking

Example Sentences

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People milled around Havana's city center, checking their phones after the tremor which according to Cuban authorities was felt "throughout the entire west of the country."

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

Confirm this by checking the browser’s address bar, which typically displays a lock icon indicating that you’re accessing the website securely.

From Salon • Jun. 2, 2026

After checking in, a poll worker will lead you or point you to an available digital ballot marking device.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026

"This was insane, it happened right in the middle of town," says Adrian, after checking his own family's flat in the building that was hit.

From BBC • May 30, 2026

“I was just checking to see how you are.”

From "Split the Sky" by Marie Arnold