Your English writing platform
Free sign upThe word 'double-checking' is correct and can be used in written English
You can use 'double-checking' when you want to express performing a task twice to ensure accuracy. For example: Before submitting the report, I double-checked my calculations to make sure they were correct.
Dictionary
double-checking
verb
Present participle of double-check
Exact(39)
We'd be parsing matchups and deconstructing the favorites, double-checking the schedule and setting TiVo, then double-checking that.
Double-checking your clubs.
Officials are double-checking their numbers.
But it pays to do a little double-checking.
(Insert your own joke here about double-checking the local public library's operating hours).
Team GB cyclist Mark Cavendish double-checking his silver medal for the men's omnium.
Similar(21)
It is worth double checking your local though, here.
There's double checking of amounts and furrowed brows in the kitchen as I assemble the dish.
That way they don't have to waste too much time double checking everything you've written.
This year, many will be double checking their passports.
Both women are meticulous in their preparations for their jump, checking and double checking their equipment.
Write better and faster with AI suggestions while staying true to your unique style.
Since I tried Ludwig back in 2017, I have been constantly using it in both editing and translation. Ever since, I suggest it to my translators at ProSciEditing.
Justyna Jupowicz-Kozak
CEO of Professional Science Editing for Scientists @ prosciediting.com