checkered

Example Sentences

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Scott’s group ranked the Tulsa Zoo among the 10 worst zoos for elephants last year, claiming it suffers from overcrowding and a breeding program with a checkered history.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2026

Musk’s previous combinations of SolarCity with Tesla and X —formerly Twitter—with xAI point to a checkered history of value creation via mergers.

From Barron's • Feb. 3, 2026

Veterans from both countries’ industries believe that checkered history speaks to some of the challenges ahead for Trump’s plan.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 8, 2026

Moving into the bathroom, Jenner showed off her stunning shower, which is adorned with red-and-white checkered walls.

From MarketWatch • Dec. 16, 2025

I yanked my hat lower on my head and reached for a sack of sweets I’d tucked in the pocket of my checkered gown.

From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan