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checkup definition

☆ checkup (-up′)

noun

an examination or investigation, esp. a general medical examination

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checkup Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • have: The shortage of doctors means people aren't having routine checkups that prevent small problems from becoming big ones.

Adjective modifier

  • dental: Regular dental checkups can help detect these conditions early.

Modifies a noun

  • today: Jacob also his 1 year checkup today and they said he looks wonderful.

Noun used with modifier

  • reality: It turned out to also be a reality picture checkup.
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