checked
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Elliott checked and scrolled compulsively, bypassing the parental controls, sneaking down to grab his phone from the family charging unit in the kitchen at night.
From Slate • May 12, 2026
Newly-created exam body Qualifications Scotland said all papers were checked to make sure they are "clear, fair and suitable".
From BBC • May 11, 2026
Ryanair has done this by posting extremely low base fares and charging for everything it can—including checked bags, all but the smallest carry-ons, seat selection, and food and drinks.
From Barron's • May 8, 2026
To reduce the growing fire hazard, airlines are adding new precautions on top of banning the batteries from checked luggage.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 6, 2026
Because in the few days since I checked it out of the library, I’m having trouble tearing myself away from it.
From "The Wrong Way Home" by Kate O’Shaughnessy
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