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checklist

noun

ˈchek-ˌlist

Definition of checklist

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a record of a series of items (as names or titles) usually arranged according to some system a checklist of things to do before the flight

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Recent Examples of checklist Ana Demmer can check off the most important to-do item on her wedding checklist. — Lisa Gutierrez, Kansas City Star, 10 Aug. 2026 For a broader security checklist, read our guide on how to keep your phone safe abroad. — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 9 Aug. 2026 The Fire Kit comes with multiple fire blankets, Fire Spray, wall hooks, a safety checklist magnet and alert window decal. — ABC News, 3 Aug. 2026 The checklist to launch an independent minor league baseball team is long and daunting. — Bill Shaikin, Los Angeles Times, 29 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for checklist

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Yankuba Minteh could be added to that list following an injury to his right leg sustained in Saturday’s 3-0 friendly win at home to Roma.

— Andy Naylor, New York Times, 14 Aug. 2026
Removing them from the list means that insurance companies ultimately may not pay for these two vaccines that are obviously still needed, in view of the data above.

— Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 14 Aug. 2026

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Having a good listing agent can mean the difference between a frustrating home-selling process with disappointing results and one that is easy and lands the best possible offer.

— Becca Stanek, TheWeek, 12 Aug. 2026
Today's fake listings can look even more convincing because scammers have access to professional property photos, video tours and AI tools.

— Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 12 Aug. 2026

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