report card
Americannoun
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report cards
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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.
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Etymology
Origin of report card
An Americanism dating back to 1925–30
Example Sentences
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"The industry will need to regularly present a public report card," he said.
From Barron's ● Aug. 19, 2026
Gross domestic product, the official report card of the economy, grew at a seemingly soft 1.5% annual rate in the second quarter that runs from April to June, the government said Thursday.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 30, 2026
This effort is still in development but is supposed to be incorporated into a student’s report card.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 24, 2026
“Your marital status is not God’s report card on your life,” she said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 11, 2026
I wanted to say I came second so that he would know immediately, so that I would acknowledge my failure, but instead I said, “Yes,” and handed him the report card.
From "Purple Hibiscus" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
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