check the compass

Frequency: 7.511.0 per million words

To look at the compass to confirm direction.

compassVERB + COMPASS

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check

Examples (10)

  • Let's stop here and check the compass.
  • The sailor frequently checked the compass to maintain the correct bearing.
  • We'll need to check the compass once we clear the forest.
  • To avoid getting lost, you should periodically check your compass.
  • The explorer was nervously checking the compass every few minutes.
  • Remember to check the compass before you start your hike.
  • He realized he hadn't checked the compass for over an hour.
  • The pilot had to check the compass manually after the electronic systems failed.
  • Her first instinct upon feeling disoriented was to check the compass.
  • Have you checked the compass recently to ensure we are on track?