clean sheet

British

noun

sport an instance of conceding no goals or points in a match or competition (esp in the phrase keep a clean sheet )

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Example Sentences

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It's not altogether a clean sheet for Balendra Shah, though.

From BBC

"The major differentiator was starting with a clean sheet of paper. That was the secret sauce," explains Mr Hogan.

From BBC

He went on to keep a clean sheet, while the questions about Kepa's selection will dominate the headlines.

From BBC

Angel City keeper Angelina Anderson needed to make just two saves to record the clean sheet.

From Los Angeles Times

It's not altogether a clean sheet for Balen though.

From BBC

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