door check
Americannoun
Example Sentences
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If you’re home alone or with family members and you hear a knock at the door, check the window, security camera or peephole so you can identify if ICE agents are outside.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 22, 2025
“People will walk in the door, check out the store, give you their feedback and leave,” Ms. Roe said.
From New York Times • Jul. 11, 2015
“Unless your kid is paying rent and you allow them to put a lock on the door, check their room,” advised Portage Police Chief Troy Williams.
From Washington Times • May 12, 2015
Between circuits, the drivers used to open the door, check for lost property and generally make sure everything was OK before starting their next run.
From BBC • Jun. 23, 2013
Just a routine door check by guards, Liddy assumed.
From "Most Dangerous: Daniel Ellsberg and the Secret History of the Vietnam War" by Steve Sheinkin
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