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as in corresponding
to be in agreement on every point
our lists for best movies of the year tally perfectly
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as in scoring
to gain (as points or runs in a game) as credit towards one's total number of points
our team tallied four touchdowns and gained a total of 435 yards last game
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Recent Examples of tallying
These small books are in several Route 66 attractions around the town, tallying the thousands of people who stop by.
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Chelsea Torres, FOXNews.com, 16 May 2026
Kathryn Utley led the way offensively, tallying two hits and a team-high three RBIs.
—Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 May 2026
The 2024 election law addresses matters such as the use of QR codes when tallying ballots, voting for the state’s homeless population, rules surrounding the counting of absentee ballots, and third-party candidates on the state’s future presidential election ballots.
—Molly Parks, The Washington Examiner, 13 May 2026
While Jaquez did not provide the eye-popping scoring of some of her teammates, the wing brought a cool effectiveness to the defensive side of the ball while tallying a pair of assists and a handful of deflections.
—Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 10 May 2026
Alyssa Thomas dictated the proceedings with her playmaking, tallying nine assists to go along with her 20 points in 26 minutes.
—Sabreena Merchant, New York Times, 9 May 2026
As sunset approached East Potomac Golf Links on Sunday, golfers lingered around the clubhouse, drinking beers, tallying scores and snapping selfies.
—Rick Maese, Washington Post, 4 May 2026
But Tatum came out sharp, tallying nine points, nine rebounds and two assists in the first quarter alone.
—Zack Cox, Boston Herald, 1 May 2026
Jaden McDaniels was the head of the pack, tallying a career-high 32 points to go with 10 points.
—Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 1 May 2026
Chelsea Torres, FOXNews.com, 16 May 2026
Kathryn Utley led the way offensively, tallying two hits and a team-high three RBIs.
—Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 May 2026
The 2024 election law addresses matters such as the use of QR codes when tallying ballots, voting for the state’s homeless population, rules surrounding the counting of absentee ballots, and third-party candidates on the state’s future presidential election ballots.
—Molly Parks, The Washington Examiner, 13 May 2026
While Jaquez did not provide the eye-popping scoring of some of her teammates, the wing brought a cool effectiveness to the defensive side of the ball while tallying a pair of assists and a handful of deflections.
—Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 10 May 2026
Alyssa Thomas dictated the proceedings with her playmaking, tallying nine assists to go along with her 20 points in 26 minutes.
—Sabreena Merchant, New York Times, 9 May 2026
As sunset approached East Potomac Golf Links on Sunday, golfers lingered around the clubhouse, drinking beers, tallying scores and snapping selfies.
—Rick Maese, Washington Post, 4 May 2026
But Tatum came out sharp, tallying nine points, nine rebounds and two assists in the first quarter alone.
—Zack Cox, Boston Herald, 1 May 2026
Jaden McDaniels was the head of the pack, tallying a career-high 32 points to go with 10 points.
—Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 1 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for tallying
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The team waived tight end Bryce Pierre and running back Montrell Johnson in corresponding moves.—
Mike Kaye,
Charlotte Observer,
18 May 2026
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Nagatitan lived at a time when Earth’s atmospheric carbon dioxide levels were climbing, corresponding to high global temperatures.—
Reuters,
NBC news,
15 May 2026
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Ayo Dosunmu is another player who has had a major postseason moment, scoring 43 points off the bench against the Nuggets after DiVincenzo went down.—
Law Murray,
New York Times,
18 May 2026
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The Bruins resumed scoring in the sixth inning, with the bases loaded and Grant at bat again.—
Jordan Puente,
Los Angeles Times,
18 May 2026
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There are plans to install more at other parks and venues coinciding with July Fourth and Veterans Day.—
Kari Barnett,
Sun Sentinel,
14 May 2026
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His comments come as the first ceasefire struck in the Russia-Ukraine war, a three-day period coinciding with the celebration of Victory Day, commemorating the Soviet Union’s victory over Nazi Germany.—
Brady Knox,
The Washington Examiner,
11 May 2026
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Walsh recommends checking your credit report and credit score, too.—
Jeanne Sahadi,
CNN Money,
20 May 2026
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Banks considered that checking the immigration status and citizenship of all current clients would be very burdensome and nearly impossible, Reuters reported last month.—
Nupur Anand,
USA Today,
20 May 2026
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Generations into a belief that morphed into a movement, nearly a decade since the start of the bid process and four years of methodically conforming to FIFA standards later, the epicenter of Kansas City’s monumental opportunity to play 2026 World Cup host was unveiled on Monday.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
12 May 2026
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Large beige curtains can add a delicate formality and coziness to your living room while still conforming to your style.—
Macie Stump,
Southern Living,
10 May 2026
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Leeds saw no problem in agreeing a plan which eased him in and gradually built his minutes instead of, for example, throwing him into 90 minutes away at Arsenal on August 23.—
Beren Cross,
New York Times,
17 May 2026
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In the trailer, Zachariah appears to be an ally of Beth and Rip, agreeing to help the couple in their turbulent conflict with a rival ranch.—
Emily Weaver,
PEOPLE,
15 May 2026
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Their interest lay in the contemporary pop culture of their time, consisting largely of rock ‘n’ roll and beach movies starring Annette Fuicello and Frankie Avalon.—
Raj Tawney,
IndieWire,
12 May 2026
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Women’s health is often thought of as consisting solely of reproductive health issues.—
Alexa Mikhail,
Flow Space,
10 Apr. 2026
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“Tallying.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tallying. Accessed 22 May. 2026.
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