double check
noun
a simultaneous check by two pieces in which the moving of one piece to give check also results in discovering a check by another piece.
is double-checking
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present progressiveof double-check (3rd person singular).present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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With the holiday season right around the corner, everyone is double-checking their lists and figuring out the best places to fulfill those orders.
From The Verge ● Nov. 2, 2021
Mulholland says the company is double-checking the parachute rigging on the capsule due to rocket into orbit next month.
From Seattle Times ● Nov. 7, 2019
Google Assistant: “This time of year, Santa’s usually double-checking his list, and Mrs. Claus is double-checking the delivery route.”
From Slate ● Dec. 24, 2018
“That is double-checking, and in this case it was not done.”
From Washington Post ● Dec. 13, 2014
Ashima looks at Ashoke, who is double-checking to make sure their passports and green cards are in order.
From "The Namesake" by Jhumpa Lahiri
