mental checklist

Frequency: 6.58.2 per million words

Refers to a list of things someone goes over in their mind.

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Examples (10)

  • Before takeoff, the pilot quickly ran through a mental checklist of safety procedures.
  • I have a mental checklist I go through before leaving the house: keys, wallet, phone.
  • She mentally ticked off items on her mental checklist while considering the job offer.
  • He created a mental checklist of points to cover during the important meeting.
  • In retrospect, I realized I had subconsciously used a mental checklist to choose the right candidate.
  • You should always have a mental checklist for potential risks before starting a new project.
  • The detective had a mental checklist of suspects and motives that he was working through.
  • Every night, I do a quick mental checklist to make sure all the doors are locked.
  • While packing for his trip, he went over his mental checklist to ensure he hadn't forgotten anything essential.
  • The experienced doctor has an internal, mental checklist of symptoms to look for during diagnosis.