extra point
Americannoun
Example Sentences
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"This is a big competition and every point is crucial so to get a bonus point here, that extra point is huge," Bath No. 8 Alfie Barbeary told Premier Sports after the match.
From Barron's • Jan. 9, 2026
He might also have been a bit skeptical of his kicking game after kicker Michael Badgley had an extra point blocked earlier in the period.
From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 29, 2025
Rookie running back Omarion Hampton made it 20-16 with a rushing touchdown late in the fourth quarter before Dicker compounded his uncharacteristic day with a missed extra point.
From BBC • Dec. 28, 2025
There, clubs were awarded three points for a win plus an extra point for every goal scored.
From BBC • Nov. 11, 2025
The kick for the extra point was good, and Cypress Bay led 7-0.
From "Tangerine" by Edward Bloor
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