checkbook

noun

check·book ˈchek-ˌbu̇k

: a book containing blank checks to be drawn on a bank

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The trip is part of a broader European charm offensive for Nvidia, and one that comes with a hefty checkbook. — Beatrice Nolan, Fortune, 15 Oct. 2026 So maybe a press release to People magazine wasn’t the smartest move when Todd still controls the checkbook. — Tom Smyth, Vulture, 8 Oct. 2026 These funds work like a charitable checkbook, allowing taxpayers to make a large gift at one time but which dole out donations gradually over time. — Kate Dore, Cfp®, Ea, CNBC, 24 Sep. 2026 Kansas City has two DP spots and two U22 spots to configure, and the checkbook is wide open. — Pj Green august 28, Kansas City Star, 28 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for checkbook

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circa 1846, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of checkbook was circa 1846

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checkbook

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check·book ˈchek-ˌbu̇k

: a book of blank bank checks

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