ˌdə-bəl-ˈchek 
ˈdə-bəl-ˌchek
double-checked; double-checking; double-checks
: to subject to a double check
data double-checked for accuracy
: to make a double check
: a careful checking to determine accuracy, condition, or progress especially of something already checked
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Kaycee Sloan, The Enquirer, 21 Nov. 2024
Always double-check the sender's email and look out for strange language or urgent requests.
—Kurt Knutsson, Cyberguy Report, Fox News, 19 Nov. 2024
Maricopa County officials will double-check the race results for a supervisor seat representing Phoenix and Anthem.
—Sasha Hupka, The Arizona Republic, 18 Nov. 2024
Beyond passwords Many financial institutions use two-factor authentication as a way to double-check your identity.
—Daniel De Visé, USA TODAY, 16 Nov. 2024
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Verb
Use the store locator to double-check hours before venturing out.
—Kaycee Sloan, The Enquirer, 21 Nov. 2024
Always double-check the sender's email and look out for strange language or urgent requests.
—Kurt Knutsson, Cyberguy Report, Fox News, 19 Nov. 2024
Maricopa County officials will double-check the race results for a supervisor seat representing Phoenix and Anthem.
—Sasha Hupka, The Arizona Republic, 18 Nov. 2024
Beyond passwords Many financial institutions use two-factor authentication as a way to double-check your identity.
—Daniel De Visé, USA TODAY, 16 Nov. 2024
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“Double-check.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/double-check. Accessed 29 Nov. 2024.
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