scoreless

adjective

score·​less ˈskȯr-ləs How to pronounce scoreless (audio)
: having no score

Examples of scoreless in a Sentence

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In his most recent start, Snell faced the minimum 24 batters in eight scoreless innings against the Brewers. Bill Plunkett, Oc Register, 23 Oct. 2025 Making his first bullpen appearance since Game 5 of the 2021 Division Series, Kevin Gausman pitched one inning of scoreless relief, working around three walks, to earn the win for Toronto. Ian Harrison, Twin Cities, 21 Oct. 2025 In a closeout opportunity for the defending champions, Shohei Ohtani took the mound for LA and punched out 10 batters across six-plus scoreless innings of work. Gabe Smallson, MSNBC Newsweek, 20 Oct. 2025 Natick’s defense allowed just four shots on goal in a scoreless frame. Tom Mulherin, Boston Herald, 18 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for scoreless

Word History

First Known Use

1885, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of scoreless was in 1885

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“Scoreless.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/scoreless. Accessed 24 Oct. 2025.

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