He had only a dozen blocks to go, and the clerk would check to see that he was back in half an hour.

The clerk checked the records and found that the subscription had expired.

The clerk checked a hidden screen behind the counter.

She waited while the clerk checked with a manager, who finally relented.

Bill told the clerk to run a public utilities check.

The clerk checked the computer and informed me that the book was sold out.

While I checked my things, the clerk had woken up and was checking me.

The clerk checked his reservations sheet and looked up again.

The clerk checked, said no, but then reassured him that he'd call again.

The clerk checked the roll and told him no such officers were currently on the force.