| check | hold back, as of a danger or an enemy |
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| check | decline to initiate betting, in poker |
| check | mark into squares or draw squares on |
| check | stop for a moment, as if out of uncertainty or caution |
| check | stop in a chase esp. when scent is lost |
| check | abandon the intended prey, turn, and pursue an inferior prey, of falcons |
| check | hand over something to somebody as for temporary safekeeping |
| check | consign for shipment on a vehicle, as of luggage |
| check | lessen the intensity of |
| check | make an examination or investigation |
| check | train by instruction and practice |
| check | block or impede (a player from the opposing team) in ice hockey |