checklist
Americannoun
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checklists
plural
verb (used with object)
verb (used without object)
Other Word Forms
Noun Inflected Forms
Etymology
Origin of checklist
Example Sentences
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Unlike a simple checklist, it felt like the app was doing everything in its power to lull you into spending more time there.
From Slate ● Sep. 6, 2026
OpenAI said Tan only emailed himself nonconfidential files, personal notes, and a widely accessible manager’s checklist to prepare for his exit from the company.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 1, 2026
This might include creating an actual checklist so she doesn’t overlook certain steps.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 29, 2026
Then he got caught up in the race to perform at certain festivals and venues, turning his career into a checklist.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 30, 2026
Seven had a clipboard with her notes and a checklist of ideas.
From "Witchlings" by Claribel A. Ortega
In Brooklyn, organizers distribute “Red Cards” with 90-day checklists of activities like attending a coffee or canvassing.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 8, 2026
They distribute checklists and tax organizers in late December, urging clients to make incremental progress early in tax season to avoid last-minute stress.
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 8, 2026
"The flaps are set by pilots themselves, before take off, and there are several checklists and procedures to verify the setting," Mr Chan said.
From BBC ● Jun. 12, 2025
If you need help making a plan, search for tax checklists, which can be a great tool to make sure you have everything you need.
From Seattle Times ● Apr. 13, 2024
I flip through my favorite blue notebook, looking at all the daily checklists from the past few weeks.
From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison
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