Check up
Make sure
Make sure verb - Make a point of doing something; act purposefully and intentionally.
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Stalker with a Crush: A fairly dark version: Eric is obsessed with Stella, as are many men, and always wants to check up on her to make sure shes not cheating on him.
Source: Film / Fallen Angel 1945 -
In the end, Stu confesses to his deeds, and the sniper decides to spare his life and those of his loved ones...though it's hinted that the sniper is going to check up on Stu once in a while to make sure that Stu keeps his promise of not being a douche.
Source: Film / Phone Booth
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