check that

phrase

informal

—used to take back or correct a previous statement

"Sir, I don't know why but there must be a foot or two of water coming down Claiborne. No, check that—three feet."

—Christopher Cooper and Robert Block

Examples of check that in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Truong compares the platform to a geostationary satellite that is 1,800 times closer and much cheaper, though the company hasn't offered figures to check that. — New Atlas, 3 Oct. 2026

After a hot bath, sauna or swim, check that the entire patch is still firmly attached. — Emily Cegielski, Flow Space, 30 Sep. 2026

Also check that nearby decorations or furnishings are well clear of the blades. — Tricia Goss, Southern Living, 28 Sep. 2026

Leaders evaluate themselves first, then check that evaluation against what others observe. — Aurelien Mangano, Forbes.com, 28 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

2003, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for check that

• begat
• bobcat
• chitchat
• doormat
• ducat
• eclat
• format
• hazmat
• muskrat
• nonfat
• polecat
• thereat