Everyday Office Jargon · Associate level

"Check the box"

"Check the box" means to satisfy a requirement or standard, often just enough to meet the minimum without going further.

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How "Check the box" shows up at work

Usually said with mild contempt, by the person who wanted more effort, about the person who did less. Occasionally said with relief, by the person who did less.

Buzzword

We just need to check the box on compliance training before the audit.

Plain English

We just need to meet the requirement on compliance training before the audit.

Corporate Rank: Associate · Category: Everyday Office Jargon

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