checking

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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

Be sure to make the most of your sky watching time by checking the weather first on the BBC Weather app or online.

From BBC • Jun. 6, 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

There was no fear of the pattyrollers checking every black person to see if he or she had the required remit, or pass, to be out alone.

From "In the Shadow of Liberty" by Kenneth C. Davis