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checkered

[chek-erd] / ˈtʃɛk ərd /


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He describes both men as “generational” talents, but Mr. Niemann, for all his gifts, has a past sufficiently checkered to give credence to Mr. Carlsen’s allegations.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026

He wore his usual casual billionaire outfit — white-and-cardinal Nikes, jeans, checkered shirt with rolled-up sleeves and a colorful Southwestern-style fabric belt.

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026

Britain’s George Russell led a 1-2 finish at the opener in Australia, before his 19-year-old teammate from Italy, Kimi Antonelli, took the checkered flag in China and Japan.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 28, 2026

It’s also worth remembering the meme-stock ETF’s checkered past.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 21, 2026

I wiped my nose on the sleeve of my sad checkered dress and took a deep breath, trying mightily to get ahold of myself.

From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan




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