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

It’s one that’s unlikely to completely fade away no matter how many rings and parades the Boys in Blue rack up:

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The England captain is the Bundesliga's top scorer and has already racked up 22 goals in 15 games across club competitions this season, but he is not one to show any arrogance.

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Chris racked up bills by striking a deal with a hire company to rent a vehicle that was "commensurate with" the value of his BMW 5 Series which was trapped in the stacker.

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It would be a lot worse if she was spending recklessly, racking up debt on her credit cards and not paying them off every month.

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Few would have predicted the outcome at the halfway stage as Australia racked up a seemingly commanding total on a good batting surface.

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Related Words

• accomplish 
• attain 
• earn 
• obtain 
• realize