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checkup

noun

A regular visit to a doctor or dentist to make sure everything is healthy.

Example sentences

  • “I have a dental checkup scheduled for next Tuesday.”
  • “The vet said our dog was healthy after his yearly checkup.”

Written as one word when it is a noun: 'go for a checkup'. The verb form is two words, as in 'check up on someone'.

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