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as in achieved
to obtain (as a goal) through effort
finally scored a good job after years of hard work
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as in scolded
to criticize (someone) severely or angrily especially for personal failings
scored her for failing to report the security breach immediately
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Recent Examples of scored
All three were once part of the band, which has just scored a new hit album this week in the country where their journey began.
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Hugh McIntyre, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
In 2023 the Jays finished 8th in the AL in runs scored, and then dropped to 11th in 2024.
—Tony Blengino, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
De La Salle has speed on both sides of the ball but the representative from Northern California hasn’t scored in this game the last two years.
—Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
In his only fight of 2022, Covington scored a decision over Jorge Masvidal.
—Trent Reinsmith, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Anders Lee scored for the Islanders, who won their previous two.
—Iliana Limón Romero, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
The Scottish band has scored multiple Grammy nominations and is known for track Pick Up The Pieces and albums AWB and Cut The Cake.
—Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 11 Dec. 2024
Four plays later, Colts running back Jonathan Taylor scored on a 1-yard touchdown run for the deciding play in a 21-16 Colts victory.
—Chicago Tribune, 10 Dec. 2024
Unlike Week 1, when the Bears defense and special teams scored touchdowns, the offense needed to carry the load — and didn’t come through.
—Chicago Tribune, 10 Dec. 2024
Hugh McIntyre, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
In 2023 the Jays finished 8th in the AL in runs scored, and then dropped to 11th in 2024.
—Tony Blengino, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
De La Salle has speed on both sides of the ball but the representative from Northern California hasn’t scored in this game the last two years.
—Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
In his only fight of 2022, Covington scored a decision over Jorge Masvidal.
—Trent Reinsmith, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Anders Lee scored for the Islanders, who won their previous two.
—Iliana Limón Romero, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
The Scottish band has scored multiple Grammy nominations and is known for track Pick Up The Pieces and albums AWB and Cut The Cake.
—Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 11 Dec. 2024
Four plays later, Colts running back Jonathan Taylor scored on a 1-yard touchdown run for the deciding play in a 21-16 Colts victory.
—Chicago Tribune, 10 Dec. 2024
Unlike Week 1, when the Bears defense and special teams scored touchdowns, the offense needed to carry the load — and didn’t come through.
—Chicago Tribune, 10 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for scored
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Under Xavi's successor Hansi Flick, who won the elite European competition with Bayern Munich in 2022, Barca again looks certain to at least make the last 16 without the need to contest a two-legged playoff.Tom Sanderson, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Sales were ticking back up thanks to the success of its $5 meals and some limited-time souvenirs that won people back.Allison Morrow, CNN, 11 Dec. 2024
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Lululemon has barely even scratched the surface of its men’s category, which has been a major boost for sales.Trefis Team, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
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But his tenure with the Rangers has been a turbulent one, leading to him being scratched from the lineup Friday morning.Ryan Canfield, Fox News, 6 Dec. 2024
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Observers can only guess how much huger the gross would be if secondary-market sales were tallied, but Swift left much of that money on the table by not adopting dynamic pricing — not that the tour didn’t do just fine, obviously, with the gouging left to others.Chris Willman, Variety, 9 Dec. 2024
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At that point, Hamilton had 84 race wins under his belt, while Schumacher tallied 91 wins over his legendary career.Yara Elshebiny, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
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Those policies could modestly improve the outlook for domestic steelmakers by hiking prices, boosting revenue and increasing employment, though the benefits would not lift the sector to the heights attained in its heyday, experts told ABC News.Max Zahn, ABC News, 7 Dec. 2024
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Income is income, while true wealth of the multiple millions and billions variety is attained through equity, not income.John Tamny, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
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This year’s Women to Watch list includes several more political leaders who have just recently gained or are poised to potentially attain power in months ahead.Erin Spencer Sairam, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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The turbos were banished and the cylinder count grew by 50 percent, as Ferrari’s range-topper gained a V-12 for the first time.Will Sabel Courtney, Robb Report, 11 Dec. 2024
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The integration of tenant experience technology is one way to help a company understand what changes need to be made to their space and what aspects of the office can be transformed.Ryan Masiello, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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This year marks the 20th anniversary of the category, paying off connections their scouts have made at festivals and co-production markets years before.Peter Debruge, Variety, 11 Dec. 2024
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Many people made public statements in support of Thompson, his family, and the capture of his killer, but others on social media celebrated the demise of a powerful figure in an industry often criticized for its denials of healthcare coverage.Christopher Cann, USA TODAY, 11 Dec. 2024
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Similar to other investigations and reports, the task force sharply criticized the agency responsible for safeguarding America's top democratic leaders.Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
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According to a press release obtained by PEOPLE, the production team worked in close partnership with the Sinatra and Davis estates in order to ensure a faithful representation of the late stars.Raven Brunner, People.com, 11 Dec. 2024
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Then, in November 2023, the company announced plans to become the largest US producer of lithium, to be obtained from the Smackover formation in Southern Arkansas.David Blackmon, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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“Scored.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/scored. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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