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to check out
[phrase form: check]
01
to leave a hotel after returning your room key and paying the bill
Intransitive
Example
The family checked out early to avoid traffic on the way home.
We 'll check out tomorrow morning before our flight.
It 's customary to check out at the front desk when leaving.
02
to closely examine to see if someone is suitable or something is true
Transitive: to check out sth
Example
The detective will check out the alibi to verify its legitimacy.
The team will check out the equipment to ensure it 's in working order.
I need to check out the new software before recommending it.
03
to take money out of one's bank account by writing a check
Transitive: to check out money
Example
The bank will check out the loan installment on the specified date.
They checked out the entire amount for the down payment on the house.
We need to check out the monthly subscription fees from our account.
04
to be confirmed as true or acceptable after thorough examination
Intransitive
Example
The company 's financial records checked out during the audit.
The details in the witness 's testimony did n't check out with the security camera footage.
The evidence checks out, supporting the witness 's statement.
05
to finalize a purchase by totaling the cost, recording items, and accepting payment
Intransitive
Transitive: to check out purchased items
Example
The automated system checks out your items without human assistance.
We usually check out at the register after shopping.
The cashier will help you check out your items at the counter.
06
to borrow books from the library
Transitive: to check out a book
Example
They checked out various cookbooks for inspiration in the kitchen.
Every Saturday, she checks out books for her reading club.
We can use the library website to check out e-books for our tablets.
Example
The family checked out early to avoid traffic on the way home.
We'll check out tomorrow morning before our flight.
It's customary to check out at the front desk when leaving.
Please make sure to check out online if you have an early departure.
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