on points
idiom
: by earning more points or less points (as the case may be) than one's opponent in a game or contest
He beat his opponent on points.
lose to the other team on points
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When asked for comment on points raised in the commentary, HHS referred CNN to Kennedy’s statements on social media.
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Brenda Goodman, CNN Money, 16 June 2025
Bet on points totals for Jalen Brunson, Karl-Anthony Towns, Tyrese Haliburton and others.
—Tyler Everett, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 May 2025
These buzz-worthy hotels are bookable entirely on points through the world’s major loyalty programs.
—Chris Dong, AFAR Media, 24 Apr. 2025
New customers can activate this welcome offer and make predictions on points, rebounds, assists and other stats.
—Tyler Everett, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Apr. 2025
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Brenda Goodman, CNN Money, 16 June 2025
Bet on points totals for Jalen Brunson, Karl-Anthony Towns, Tyrese Haliburton and others.
—Tyler Everett, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 May 2025
These buzz-worthy hotels are bookable entirely on points through the world’s major loyalty programs.
—Chris Dong, AFAR Media, 24 Apr. 2025
New customers can activate this welcome offer and make predictions on points, rebounds, assists and other stats.
—Tyler Everett, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Apr. 2025
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“On points.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/on%20points. Accessed 5 Jul. 2025.
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