rack up

verb

1. to accumulate (points)

2. Also: rack down. to adjust the vertical alignment of (the picture from a film projector or telecine machine) so that the upper or lower edges of the frame do not show

Idioms and Phrases

Accumulate or score, as in Last night's episode of that new sitcom racked up at least fifteen points in the ratings. [Colloquial; mid-1900s]

Example Sentences

They have won 61 out of their past 62 matches, racking up massive winning margins in most.

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Her story quickly racked up millions of views, made headlines and ultimately brought her a movie deal that has taken South East Asia by storm.

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In the midst of the crowds - which started gathering near BBC Broadcasting House - people told the BBC why they were there, racking up a long list of grievances against the US president.

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After racking up winning margins in excess of 30 points in every match so far in the tournament, nerves and scorelines alike are expected to get tighter from this point on for England.

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The rate at which Haaland is racking up goals will be giving those players in front of him in the Premier League charts sleepless nights.

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Related Words

• accomplish 
• attain 
• earn 
• obtain 
• realize