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checkbook

American  
[chek-book] / ˈtʃɛkˌbʊk /

noun

  1. a book containing blank checks or orders on a bank.


Etymology

Origin of checkbook

An Americanism dating back to 1770–80; check 1 + book

Example Sentences

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He will rely on recently disclosed Microsoft emails from January 2018 to demonstrate that the tech giant only opened its checkbook once a profit appeared possible.

From Barron's • May 11, 2026

Open the checkbook and hire the best special teams coach available.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 31, 2026

There is still plenty of time for Stearns to build a squad capable of reaching the playoffs, especially with Cohen’s checkbook at his disposal.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 12, 2025

But I’m the one who balances our checkbook.

From MarketWatch • Oct. 25, 2025

I stared at her as she drew out a checkbook.

From "City of the Plague God" by Sarwat Chadda

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