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“According to our rules and regulations now, he passed a criminal background check, and he’s a citizen, so …,” Robinson said.
From Salon • Jun. 2, 2026
As a teenager, she applied to the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program, paid her fee and was fingerprinted for a background check.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026
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Possible Synonyms
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other words
- reference check
- due diligence
- security clearance
- character assessment
- records review
Possible Antonyms
- blind trust
- unconditional acceptance
- taking at face value
- no questions asked
