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Definition of tallynext
as in count
a total number obtained or recorded by noting each thing as it was being added the final tally for worshippers at Sunday services was 126

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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 our team tallied four touchdowns and gained a total of 435 yards last game

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Recent Examples of tally
Noun
Thousands of people have been killed since the current conflict in the Middle East began on February 28, according to a CNN tally of death tolls released by regional authorities. Kevin Liptak, CNN Money, 1 Apr. 2026 Just In Time pulled in more than $2 million last week, its highest tally yet, as Jonathan Groff played his final performance in the musical on March 29. Caitlin Huston, HollywoodReporter, 31 Mar. 2026
Verb
Senior outfielder Luke Tingley tallied two of the five hits generated by the Knights (3-2). Patrick Z. McGavin, Chicago Tribune, 1 Apr. 2026 Hoosiers Rise tallied 150 walkouts across the state. Cate Charron, IndyStar, 1 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for tally
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Noun
  • A week prior, Martin Gatti, a longtime teacher, also 50, was charged with similar counts.
    Ricky Sayer, CBS News, 29 Mar. 2026
  • Due to increasing activity from the Anthelion sporadic meteor source (a broad region in the night sky that produces a steady, low-level stream of meteors year round) and maybe improved reporting, this amount reflects both a high total count and frequency.
    Janet Loehrke, USA Today, 28 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • In her experience, 15% often corresponds to about 33 pounds (15 kilograms).
    Nicole Hernandez, USA Today, 30 Mar. 2026
  • Each pitch outcome has corresponding odds and users have a limited timeframe to choose whether to wager.
    Dan Bernstein, Sportico.com, 30 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • Suárez scored on a triple by Will Benson to cap the scoring in a third straight win for Cincinnati.
    CBS News, CBS News, 31 Mar. 2026
  • With runners on the corners and two outs, Bichette lined a single to right, and Carson Benge scored easily.
    Abbey Mastracco, New York Daily News, 31 Mar. 2026
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  • Since February, the average price nationwide for a gallon of oil has increased by about a dollar, coinciding with the rising cost of a barrel of oil, which has topped more than $100 a barrel, according to Brent crude, the global oil benchmark.
    Noe Padilla, USA Today, 31 Mar. 2026
  • Next year will see the return of Desert X, which for the first time will keep its large-scale, site-specific installations up for six months, timed to coincide with other SoCal cultural happenings including the Coachella Valley Music & Arts Festival and Frieze.
    Jessica Gelt, Los Angeles Times, 31 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • For a better understanding of where trolleys stop near you, check the SEPTA website for Philadelphia transit maps.
    Kaitlyn McCormick, USA Today, 2 Apr. 2026
  • To limit further misuse, place a fraud alert or credit freeze with Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion, and check your credit reports for any unfamiliar activity.
    Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 2 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • Under the plan projected to cost $5 million, the Brown Mansion will be renovated with a front porch and cupola built to conform with the original Victorian style.
    Jim Woods, Chicago Tribune, 27 Mar. 2026
  • In order to address safety concerns, the Connecticut bill would require that any plug-in solar devices conform to the state’s building code and undergo testing and certification by a national product safety group, such as UL Solutions.
    John Moritz, Hartford Courant, 25 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • The city agreed, reducing maximum e-bike speeds to 15 mph on city trails, prohibiting e-bikes on sidewalks and imposing penalties.
    Sarah Raza, Chicago Tribune, 30 Mar. 2026
  • Bank of America also has agreed to pay certain litigation costs and claims administration costs, and those costs will not come from the fund used to pay class members, records show.
    Chase Jordan, Charlotte Observer, 30 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • Geno Smith, who eventually became the starting QB in Seattle, also fit the mold of journeyman passer.
    Mike Kaye April 1, Charlotte Observer, 1 Apr. 2026
  • Plus, its slender base fits inside most cupholders and water bottle bags.
    Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 1 Apr. 2026

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“Tally.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tally. Accessed 4 Apr. 2026.

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