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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
Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 7 Apr. 2026
The teams exchanged runs in the 10th, Seattle scoring on Randy Arozarena’s single and the Angels (5-5) on Logan O’Hoppe’s sacrifice fly.
—Los Angeles Times, 6 Apr. 2026
Chris Jones, New York Daily News, 8 Apr. 2026
The defensive play kept the score tied at 1-1 — and more importantly kept Wacha’s pitch count manageable.
—Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 7 Apr. 2026
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Verb
Both Riley and Bates returned kickoffs in 2024, with Riley scoring a 96-yard touchdown against Utah State.
—Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 7 Apr. 2026
The teams exchanged runs in the 10th, Seattle scoring on Randy Arozarena’s single and the Angels (5-5) on Logan O’Hoppe’s sacrifice fly.
—Los Angeles Times, 6 Apr. 2026
Noun
This is a highly original concept, albeit with every note of the score intact.
—Chris Jones, New York Daily News, 8 Apr. 2026
The defensive play kept the score tied at 1-1 — and more importantly kept Wacha’s pitch count manageable.
—Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 7 Apr. 2026
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Because the goal of the conspiracy was to file lawsuits, Garrison could not be named as the driver in too many accidents—that could expose the whole scheme.—
Patrick Radden Keefe,
New Yorker,
13 Apr. 2026
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According to Ahlquist, the developers’ next step is to meet with the city ahead of filing an application.—
Rose Evans,
Idaho Statesman,
12 Apr. 2026
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However, Eovaldi found his groove, and the Rangers went on to win their second straight over the Mariners, 3-2, at Globe Life Field.—
Lawrence Dow,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
8 Apr. 2026
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Given Southampton had only dropped points from a winning position twice in the previous 21 league games — Portsmouth and Charlton Athletic both rescuing a 1-1 draw apiece — a comeback seemed unlikely.—
Richard Sutcliffe,
New York Times,
8 Apr. 2026
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In many cases, physicians can substitute a generic drug or recommend a similar treatment that achieves the same outcome at a lower price.—
Deidre Popovich,
The Conversation,
10 Apr. 2026
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Still chasing a level of success that, from the outside, already looks like she’s achieved.—
Théoden Janes,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Apr. 2026
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When the second player protested the contact, Nicholson scolded the player, according to one parent.—
Edward Lee,
Baltimore Sun,
9 Apr. 2026
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What starts as a playful, casual parlor game suddenly turns incredibly dark, not just because of Emma’s confession but by Rachel’s sudden turn from loyal friend to judgmental scold.—
Bilge Ebiri,
Vulture,
7 Apr. 2026
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Reef, Ira and Reef's closest friends from childhood, portrayed by Cameron Diaz and Matt Bomer, put their heads together to identify figures from Reef's past who may hold a grudge against him, all while Reef worries that negative stories about him will appear on the internet.—
Tommy McArdle,
PEOPLE,
7 Apr. 2026
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The polite Canadian fans held a grudge against nearly every Dodger, booing loudly as the starting lineup was announced.—
Bill Plunkett,
Oc Register,
7 Apr. 2026
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Another budget boondoggle would shift the University of South Florida’s Sarasota-Manatee campus, its assets and debts to tiny New College of Florida, run by a DeSantis ally, Richard Corcoran, and a band of right-wing trustees.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
11 Apr. 2026
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Dolce & Gabbana's lenders are seeking a cash injection of up to 150 million euros at the company, as part of a broader 450 million euro ($526 million) debt refinancing, Bloomberg reported, citing sources.—
Reuters,
USA Today,
11 Apr. 2026
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The Rays also had a bullpen day Tuesday when Drew Rasmussen was scratched for the earlier-than-expected birth of his daughter.—
John Romano,
The Orlando Sentinel,
11 Apr. 2026
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Taveras was in the starting lineup after Tyler O’Neill was scratched with an illness.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
10 Apr. 2026
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The point of cinematic realism is the inner life, and the miracle of movies is their power to portray subjectivity, though few filmmakers manage to attain that power—even despite their best efforts.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
12 Apr. 2026
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Min Aung Hlaing, who had attained the rank of senior general, last week relinquished his post of commander-in-chief because the constitution prohibits the president from simultaneously holding the top military position.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
10 Apr. 2026
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“Score.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/score. Accessed 13 Apr. 2026.
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