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as in to score
to gain (as points or runs in a game) as credit towards one's total number of points
having racked up a huge number of points in the short program, the figure skater would have to have a disastrous long program in order to miss out on a medal
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as in to achieve
to obtain (as a goal) through effort
racked up their second consecutive Super Bowl victory
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Recent Examples of rack up
It’s racked up more than 36,000 five-star ratings on Amazon, and Kate Hudson, Kendall Jenner, and Gigi Hadid have been known to keep a jar in their bags.
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Clara McMahon, People.com, 2 Dec. 2024
The final season of Yellowstone is racking up quite the body count.
—Samantha Highfill, EW.com, 2 Dec. 2024
The subtle aroma of vanilla and coconut lasts all day, racking up many compliments along the way.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 2 Dec. 2024
This ultra-warm down jacket is an Amazon bestseller and has racked up over 20,000 reviews.
—Paris Wilson, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 Dec. 2024
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Clara McMahon, People.com, 2 Dec. 2024
The final season of Yellowstone is racking up quite the body count.
—Samantha Highfill, EW.com, 2 Dec. 2024
The subtle aroma of vanilla and coconut lasts all day, racking up many compliments along the way.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 2 Dec. 2024
This ultra-warm down jacket is an Amazon bestseller and has racked up over 20,000 reviews.
—Paris Wilson, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 Dec. 2024
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His 103 runs scored in 1982 remain the franchise single-season rookie record.Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
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Quinn Arundel scored seven or her 16 points in the fourth quarter.Jeff Vorva, Chicago Tribune, 10 Dec. 2024
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One which effortlessly and seamlessly ups its game to achieve new heights of performance and driver engagement.Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
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This confluence of interests is useful but hardly sufficient to achieve the outcomes Trump desires.Suzanne Maloney, Foreign Affairs, 10 Dec. 2024
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The Jets went 30-64 under Douglas and did not make the playoffs or finish with a winning record in any year of his tenure.Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 15 Dec. 2024
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Here’s a look at Saturday, Dec. 14, 2024 winning numbers for each game Cash Ball 01-10-25-31, Cash Ball: 25 Check Cash Ball payouts and previous drawings here.Ray Padilla, The Courier-Journal, 15 Dec. 2024
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The company still has to attain permits from South Dakota after its application was denied in 2023.Peyton Haug, Twin Cities, 13 Dec. 2024
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He was honorably discharged after attaining the rank of Captain.The Hill, The Hill, 12 Dec. 2024
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Perhaps some in the housing sector will gain from higher inflation.Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 7 Dec. 2024
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Nonetheless, gaining access to the Casgevy or Lyfgenia, listed at $2.2 and $3.1 million, respectively, is difficult.Joshua P. Cohen, Forbes, 7 Dec. 2024
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Kyle Shanahan continues to stop short of saying whether Greenlaw will make his 2024 debut against the Rams.Matt Barrows, The Athletic, 11 Dec. 2024
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The right-handed hurler made his big-league debut in 2024, posting a 1.74 ERA in 20 2/3 innings.Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
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“Rack up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rack%20up. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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