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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
Entitled Housewife’s antics have racked up millions of views across social media and have led to dozens of private bookings at country clubs and golf courses nationwide, also helping Robinson break out as one of the casino circuit’s rising stars.
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Matt Grobar, Deadline, 17 Dec. 2024
The White Lotus has been a major success for HBO, with the first season winning 10 Emmys and the second season racking up an impressive 23 nominations, including Best Drama.
—Monica Mercuri, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
Jackson did it by completing 21-of-25 throws and racking up a passer rating of 154.6.
—Pat Leonard, New York Daily News, 16 Dec. 2024
Trump will have to fight his own instincts to reel himself in and battle Democrats bent on keeping him from racking up any more wins.
—Max Thornberry, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 15 Dec. 2024
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Matt Grobar, Deadline, 17 Dec. 2024
The White Lotus has been a major success for HBO, with the first season winning 10 Emmys and the second season racking up an impressive 23 nominations, including Best Drama.
—Monica Mercuri, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
Jackson did it by completing 21-of-25 throws and racking up a passer rating of 154.6.
—Pat Leonard, New York Daily News, 16 Dec. 2024
Trump will have to fight his own instincts to reel himself in and battle Democrats bent on keeping him from racking up any more wins.
—Max Thornberry, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 15 Dec. 2024
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Plus, their power play has scored four times since Nov. 23.Michael Russo, The Athletic, 22 Dec. 2024
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Bridges added 18 points on 7-of-16 shooting, and all five Knicks starters scored in double figures — a necessity given the bench managed just six total points.Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 22 Dec. 2024
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Your relationship and ability to communicate effectively with them, and the collective probability of achieving success, may very well depend on it.John Hall, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
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The goal is to achieve a steady burn which will continuously produce electricity like a conventional power plant.New Atlas, New Atlas, 22 Dec. 2024
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Lottery News:Man can't find second winning lottery ticket, sues over $394 million jackpot, lawsuit says Powerball winning numbers for 12/14/2024 The winning numbers for the Powerball drawing on Saturday, Dec. 14 are 11, 17, 23, 52 and 67.Ahjané Forbes, USA TODAY, 15 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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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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First-time homebuyers gained some ground, representing 30% of November sales, up from 27% in October but slightly lower than a year ago.Diana Olick, CNBC, 19 Dec. 2024
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These coins often gain popularity due to social media trends, celebrity endorsements, or the humor associated with their branding rather than any intrinsic utility or technical innovation.Benedict Cosgrove, Newsweek, 19 Dec. 2024
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The screen was the only solution to make this accessible for the customer.Morgan Korn, ABC News, 22 Dec. 2024
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Campbell’s reasoning that the commercialization of college sports and the denial of NIL opportunities make eligibility rules more legally suspect could invite a range of challenges.Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 22 Dec. 2024
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