report card
Americannoun
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a written report containing an evaluation of a pupil's scholarship and behavior, sent periodically to the pupil's parents or guardian, usually on a card containing marks and comments together with a record of attendance.
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a history or record of performance or accomplishment as adjudged by others.
The administration has a good report card on farm policy.
Etymology
Origin of report card
An Americanism dating back to 1925–30
Example Sentences
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Macron hopes to highlight France's renewed relationship with the continent as a "report card on his Africa policy", said one diplomat.
From Barron's • May 10, 2026
Ofsted's new report card system replaced its previous one or two-word judgements in November, a move the government says will help raise standards for children.
From BBC • Apr. 30, 2026
The final report card for the U.S. economy in 2025 is likely show pretty good marks — and set the stage for even stronger performance this year.
From MarketWatch • Feb. 19, 2026
Rivals sometimes embrace unorthodox approaches, Popple says, conducting hourslong interview sessions that can include questions aimed at unnerving candidates—What was your kindergarten report card like?
From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 16, 2025
He was smart in math but came home with a C on his report card in math that year, so my mother went to school and asked the teacher about it.
From "While the World Watched: A Birmingham Bombing Survivor Comes of Age during the Civil Rights Movement" by Carolyn Maull McKinstry
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