Difference between Correspond and Check

What is the difference between Correspond and Check?

Correspond as a verb is to be equivalent or similar in character, quantity, quality, origin, structure, function etc. while Check as a verb is to inspect; to examine.

Correspond

Part of speech: verb

Definition: to be equivalent or similar in character, quantity, quality, origin, structure, function etc. to exchange messages, especially by postal letter, over a period of time.

Check

Part of speech: noun

Definition: An order to a bank to pay money to a named person or entity; a cheque (UK, Canada).A mark (especially a checkmark: √ ) used as an indicator, equivalent to a tick (UK).A pattern made up of a grid of squares of alternating colors; a checkered pattern.A bill, particularly in a restaurant.A control; a limit or stop.An inspection or examination.The situation in which the king is directly threatened by an opposing piece.A maneuver performed by a player to take another player out of the play.

Part of speech: verb

Definition: To inspect; to examine.To mark with a checkmark.To control, limit, or halt.To verify or compare with a source of information.To leave in safekeeping.To leave with a shipping agent for shipping.To physically remove a person from play.To remain in the hand without betting, only legal if no one has yet bet.

Example sentence: Only those who attempt the absurd will achieve the impossible. I think it's in my basement... let me go upstairs and check.

We hope you now know whether to use Correspond or Check in your sentence.

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