Uncheck

To remove a checkmark from a box or option, indicating that something is no longer selected or approved. This action reverses a prior selection, signifying a change in state, preference, or permission. It often implies a cancellation, deactivation, or the withholding of an affirmative action. The process of unchecking restores a default condition or negates a previously applied setting, returning to a state of non-selection or unconfirmed status. This action is ubiquitous in digital interfaces and surveys, but can also be used in less digital contexts such as unchecking an attendance record. It signals removal of an affirmative validation or permission.

Uncheck meaning with examples

• I realized I'd accidentally selected the 'Subscribe to Newsletter' box, so I quickly unchecked it to avoid unwanted emails. The website immediately updated, and I was no longer signed up. This simple action prevented my inbox from overflowing and protected my privacy.
• After reviewing the document, the editor unchecked the 'Approve for Publication' box. This meant the work required further revision. The author received feedback and needed to revise the article before it could get further review.
• The project manager unchecked the 'Task Completed' box on the software development progress tracker. Because the bug was still present, this moved the task back into the 'In Progress' column and allowed continued visibility on the team’s dashboard.
• She unchecked the 'Accept Terms and Conditions' box because she needed to thoroughly read the details first. After reviewing them, she could make an informed decision about giving her consent to continue the process.