sprint check
A quick gut-check to see if someone is still moving fast or if they've quietly tapped out.
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A quick gut-check to see if someone is still moving fast or if they've quietly tapped out. A sprint check is the social equivalent of a team standup — calling on someone to confirm they're still in go-mode and haven't silently stalled. Used in friend groups, study sessions, or work situations where momentum matters and falling behind can derail everyone. If someone's not passing their sprint check, the group knows it's time to either pull them back in or adjust the pace.
Do a sprint check real quick — are we still finishing this tonight or are we done?
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