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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This week he gives us a report card of the joys and the headaches to help anyone contemplating such a purchase.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 14, 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
Ofsted's new report card grading system has come into effect for schools in England, after the inspectorate scrapped its old one or two-word judgements.
From BBC • Nov. 10, 2025
It’s almost time for Corporate America to get its quarterly report card from Wall Street—earnings season is right around the corner.
From Barron's • Oct. 6, 2025
When he saw the report card, Walt made an appointment with the physics teacher to see what the problem was.
From "Into the Wild" by Jon Krakauer
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