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as in achieves
to obtain (as a goal) through effort
finally scored a good job after years of hard work
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as in lectures
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 grudges
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 debts
something (as money) which is owed
we'll pay the full score next week
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Recent Examples of scores
Jon Krawczynski, New York Times, 8 Mar. 2026
Luka Doncic finishes with 35 points and Austin Reaves scores 25 points as the Lakers overcome LeBron James’ absence in a 110-97 win over the New York Knicks.
—Broderick Turner, Los Angeles Times, 8 Mar. 2026
An error by Texas shortstop Vivi Martinez leads to an unearned run when Quincee Lilio scores after reaching on a single, but Martinez also helps turn a double play with second baseman Leighann Goode and then just beats Karley Shelton with the throw at first for the third out.
—Thomas Jones, Austin American Statesman, 6 Mar. 2026
The Ducks, who were 5 of 29 on 3s, are 0-8 against Top 25 teams and 0-10 when an opponent scores 80 or more.
—Steve Stein, Chicago Tribune, 4 Mar. 2026
Reynoso scores United’s 300th regular-season goal on July 15.
—Andy Greder, Twin Cities, 26 Feb. 2026
Laguna Hills senior forward Jackson Burnham scores 18 points with eight rebounds a game.
—Steve Fryer, Oc Register, 26 Feb. 2026
Ohio State scores seven of the first 10 second-half points to trim its deficit to 10 points, but the Buckeyes got no closer.
—ABC News, 25 Feb. 2026
Perhaps nine out of 10 times, Toews scores in this scenario, but Hellebuyck somehow had the wherewithal to throw out his stick as a last-ditch effort for the save.
—Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 22 Feb. 2026
Editorial, Boston Herald, 7 Mar. 2026
On back-to-back possessions, Madison Booker and Jordan Lee set up scores by Kyla Oldacre and Ashton Judd with precision passes into the paint.
—Danny Davis, Austin American Statesman, 7 Mar. 2026
Argyle forward Landry Murphy (22) scores past the defense of Mont Belvieu Barbers Hill forward MacKenzie Thornhill (3) during second half action.
—Dallas Morning News, 7 Mar. 2026
The United States military was likely responsible for the strike on an elementary school in southern Iran that killed scores of children, the deadliest incident of civilian casualties in the US and Israel’s almost week-long war with Iran, according to CNN and expert analysis of evidence.
—Gianluca Mezzofiore, CNN Money, 6 Mar. 2026
Their names are redacted but the records show scores of flights to Paris, New York and Miami to and from the region.
—Miami Herald, 6 Mar. 2026
Sports Edition Coach — a spot to gather clues and discuss (and share) scores.
—Mark Cooper, New York Times, 28 Feb. 2026
While Optima Tax Relief scores slightly higher on Trustpilot, Anthem Tax Services is rated slightly higher at the BBB.
—Deane Biermeier, USA Today, 27 Feb. 2026
Verb
Orlando is 8-3 this season when Bane scores at least 30 points.
—Jon Krawczynski, New York Times, 8 Mar. 2026
Luka Doncic finishes with 35 points and Austin Reaves scores 25 points as the Lakers overcome LeBron James’ absence in a 110-97 win over the New York Knicks.
—Broderick Turner, Los Angeles Times, 8 Mar. 2026
An error by Texas shortstop Vivi Martinez leads to an unearned run when Quincee Lilio scores after reaching on a single, but Martinez also helps turn a double play with second baseman Leighann Goode and then just beats Karley Shelton with the throw at first for the third out.
—Thomas Jones, Austin American Statesman, 6 Mar. 2026
The Ducks, who were 5 of 29 on 3s, are 0-8 against Top 25 teams and 0-10 when an opponent scores 80 or more.
—Steve Stein, Chicago Tribune, 4 Mar. 2026
Reynoso scores United’s 300th regular-season goal on July 15.
—Andy Greder, Twin Cities, 26 Feb. 2026
Laguna Hills senior forward Jackson Burnham scores 18 points with eight rebounds a game.
—Steve Fryer, Oc Register, 26 Feb. 2026
Ohio State scores seven of the first 10 second-half points to trim its deficit to 10 points, but the Buckeyes got no closer.
—ABC News, 25 Feb. 2026
Perhaps nine out of 10 times, Toews scores in this scenario, but Hellebuyck somehow had the wherewithal to throw out his stick as a last-ditch effort for the save.
—Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 22 Feb. 2026
Noun
Without these two foundational pieces, the state’s national education standing will inevitably decline, and with it those envied AP scores.
—Editorial, Boston Herald, 7 Mar. 2026
On back-to-back possessions, Madison Booker and Jordan Lee set up scores by Kyla Oldacre and Ashton Judd with precision passes into the paint.
—Danny Davis, Austin American Statesman, 7 Mar. 2026
Argyle forward Landry Murphy (22) scores past the defense of Mont Belvieu Barbers Hill forward MacKenzie Thornhill (3) during second half action.
—Dallas Morning News, 7 Mar. 2026
The United States military was likely responsible for the strike on an elementary school in southern Iran that killed scores of children, the deadliest incident of civilian casualties in the US and Israel’s almost week-long war with Iran, according to CNN and expert analysis of evidence.
—Gianluca Mezzofiore, CNN Money, 6 Mar. 2026
Their names are redacted but the records show scores of flights to Paris, New York and Miami to and from the region.
—Miami Herald, 6 Mar. 2026
Sports Edition Coach — a spot to gather clues and discuss (and share) scores.
—Mark Cooper, New York Times, 28 Feb. 2026
While Optima Tax Relief scores slightly higher on Trustpilot, Anthem Tax Services is rated slightly higher at the BBB.
—Deane Biermeier, USA Today, 27 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for scores
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The details of the cases were not proactively made public beyond being made available for review for anyone who files a request under the state's public records law.—
Molly Beck,
jsonline.com,
6 Mar. 2026
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When a legislator files a claim bill on behalf of the injured person, staff attorneys for the House and Senate act as a magistrate, and hold a hearing based on evidence from the trial or settlement, and beyond.—
Alexandra Glorioso,
Miami Herald,
5 Mar. 2026
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The Dominican Republic moves on, now two wins away from a championship.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
14 Mar. 2026
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The 49ers got to the quarters — three wins away from a first NCAA Tournament bid in 21 years — by going on an 18-0 run in the second half to take a 39-27 lead and take control of the game.—
Langston Wertz Jr,
Charlotte Observer,
13 Mar. 2026
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Compact high-power scaling The new optical device also achieves remarkable size reduction.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
11 Mar. 2026
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That leaves three months to iron out specifics, ease any concerns and come together with a product that actually achieves Rolapp’s goals.—
Brody Miller,
New York Times,
11 Mar. 2026
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Assistive listening studies report that bypassing room acoustics and delivering audio directly can improve signal‑to‑noise ratios by 15–20 dB, making announcements comprehensible and lectures clearer [8].—
IEEE Spectrum,
IEEE Spectrum,
26 Feb. 2026
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Simon Maghakyan lectures on the 20th anniversary of the destruction of Djulfa in December 2025.—
Simon Maghakyan,
Time,
30 Jan. 2026
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The Olympics that preached harmony finally united in a single city known for love, beauty and grudges.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Feb. 2026
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As far as grudges go, this one runs dangerously deep.—
Megan McCluskey,
Time,
13 Feb. 2026
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More broadly, a shrinking population means fewer workers and consumers — and, in many rich countries, more young people working to pay for the costs of older workers’ retirements and the government’s debts.—
Allison Schrager,
Twin Cities,
8 Mar. 2026
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The probate estate remains liable for the decedent’s debts.—
Virginia Hammerle,
Dallas Morning News,
8 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The Jeff Marr Law Firm tallies 183 cases in Oklahoma and other states.—
J.C. Hallman,
Oklahoman,
27 Feb. 2026
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According to Michigan Tech, which also tallies snowfall totals, Houghton County in 2023 saw 12 inches of snow in May.—
Jalen Williams,
Freep.com,
10 Feb. 2026
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But if a person seeking status is already wealthy or attains corporate sponsorship, for instance, a viable pathway to citizenship opens up, even if only slightly.—
Brady Brickner-Wood,
New Yorker,
7 Jan. 2026
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Gemini attains a very favorable position almost directly overhead.—
Joe Rao,
Space.com,
12 Dec. 2025
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“Scores.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/scores. Accessed 14 Mar. 2026.
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