diff --git a/RELEASE-CHECKLIST.md b/RELEASE-CHECKLIST.md
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--- a/RELEASE-CHECKLIST.md
+++ b/RELEASE-CHECKLIST.md
@@ -2,7 +2,7 @@ Release Checklist
 -----------------
 * Ensure local `main` is up to date with respect to `origin/main`.
 * Run `cargo update` and review dependency updates.
-  Commit updated `Cargo.lock` with "chore(release): update lockfile".
+  Commit updated `Cargo.toml` and `Cargo.lock` with "chore(release): update lockfile".
 * Run `cargo outdated` and review semver incompatible updates. 
   Unless there is a strong motivation otherwise, review and update every dependency.
 * Update the date and version in all man pages: "chore(release): bump man pages".