v examine so as to determine accuracy, quality, or condition\nv make an examination or investigation\nv be careful or certain to do something; make certain of something\nv lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits\nv stop for a moment, as if out of uncertainty or caution\nv put a check mark on or near or next to\nv slow the growth or development of\nv be verified or confirmed; pass inspection\nv be compatible, similar or consistent; coincide in their characteristics\nv block or impede (a player from the opposing team) in ice hockey\nv develop (children's) behavior by instruction and practice; especially to teach self-control\nv consign for shipment on a vehicle\nv hand over something to somebody as for temporary safekeeping\nv abandon the intended prey, turn, and pursue an inferior prey\nv stop in a chase especially when scent is lost\nv mark into squares or draw squares on; draw crossed lines on\nv decline to initiate betting\nv hold back, as of a danger or an enemy; check the expansion or influence of\nv place into check\nv write out a check on a bank account\nv find out, learn, or determine with certainty, usually by making an inquiry or other effort\nv verify by consulting a source or authority\nv arrest the motion (of something) abruptly\nv make cracks or chinks in\nv become fractured; break or crack on the surface only