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as in to achieve
to obtain (as a goal) through effort
finally scored a good job after years of hard work
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as in to scold
to criticize (someone) severely or angrily especially for personal failings
scored her for failing to report the security breach immediately
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as in grudge
a lingering ill will towards a person for a real or imagined wrong
a whistle-blower who was more interested in settling a score with his employers than in exposing an injustice
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as in debt
something (as money) which is owed
we'll pay the full score next week
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Recent Examples of score
Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 27 Apr. 2025
The capital of Spain scored 86.34 out of 100, leading the way thanks to its nightlife scene, large single population, inclusivity and clear sunset viewing conditions.
—Kaitlyn McInnis, Forbes.com, 27 Apr. 2025
Josh Yohe, New York Times, 25 Apr. 2025
Just one restaurant received a B grade, or a score of at least 80% but lower than 90%.
—Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 25 Apr. 2025
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Verb
Brunson scored 15 of his 32 points in the fourth quarter after limping off the floor with an apparent leg injury in the third.
—Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 27 Apr. 2025
The capital of Spain scored 86.34 out of 100, leading the way thanks to its nightlife scene, large single population, inclusivity and clear sunset viewing conditions.
—Kaitlyn McInnis, Forbes.com, 27 Apr. 2025
Noun
Bobrovsky stopped a golden Brayden Point opportunity on the game’s first shift and denied him twice late in regulation as the Lightning frantically attempted to tie the score.
—Josh Yohe, New York Times, 25 Apr. 2025
Just one restaurant received a B grade, or a score of at least 80% but lower than 90%.
—Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 25 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for score
Verb
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In arguing for the reforms three years ago, insurers said that the industry had become unprofitable due to an avalanche of frivolous lawsuits filed under a century-old Florida law.—
Ron Hurtibise,
Sun Sentinel,
26 Apr. 2025
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Queues of faithful filed into St. Peter's throughout the night and in the early hours of Friday, on the last day to bid farewell to Pope Francis ahead of his funeral on April 26.—
USA Today,
USA Today,
26 Apr. 2025
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Now, Wells has a chance to become the fourth second-round pick in NBA history to win Rookie of the Year.—
Jason Anderson,
Sacbee.com,
21 Apr. 2025
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That advantage paired with a 14-11 edge in offensive rebounds helped Cleveland win the possession battle, taking eight more field-goal attempts and four more free throws than Miami.—
Anthony Chiang,
Miami Herald,
21 Apr. 2025
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To achieve this balance, plant clematis between a fence and other plant materials to shade the base of the vine.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
27 Apr. 2025
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The stock market finally went up, achieving 1929 levels in the 1950s.—
Brian Domitrovic,
Forbes.com,
27 Apr. 2025
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The White House was reprimanded: A federal judge scolded the Trump administration for failing to try to return the man.—
Cate Martel,
The Hill,
16 Apr. 2025
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In Congress, Trump’s Tariff Pullback Sparks Relief, Frustration, and Suspicion At the White House, press secretary Karoline Leavitt scolded reporters for not understanding the president’s plans.—
Time,
Time,
10 Apr. 2025
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An armed man accused of walking into a Walgreens location in California and shooting an employee to death this week allegedly had a grudge against corporate pharmacies, police said.—
Fernando Cervantes Jr.,
USA Today,
2 Apr. 2025
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Theater owners gathered inside the Colosseum Theater at Caesar’s Palace on Monday didn’t seem to hold any grudges, and gave a warm welcome to the exec.—
Pamela McClintock,
HollywoodReporter,
31 Mar. 2025
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The Charleston Post & Courier reported Wednesday that a school official said Limestone was $30 million in debt.—
Steve Lyttle,
Charlotte Observer,
17 Apr. 2025
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At the same time, rising global trade tensions have taken a toll on the bond market, threatening to shake the confidence of holders of U.S. debt.—
Greg Iacurci,Jessica Dickler,
CNBC,
17 Apr. 2025
Verb
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But the contradiction was apparent for anyone willing to scratch the surface: the three public suspensions and one defection from the Pentagon’s top ranks were all, until very recently, Hegseth loyalists.—
Philip Elliott,
Time,
22 Apr. 2025
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The surface of a cat tree is usually covered in a textured, carpet-like material for scratching.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
21 Apr. 2025
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The teen's beatification took place in 2020, meaning the pope declared the teen attained the blessedness of heaven, and Acutis was given the title of Blessed.—
Kinsey Crowley,
USA Today,
22 Apr. 2025
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Meanwhile, inflation cooled in March, putting price increases well below a peak attained in 2022, fresh data last week showed.—
Max Zahn,
ABC News,
17 Apr. 2025
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“Score.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/score. Accessed 1 May. 2025.
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