report card
Americannoun
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report cards
plural
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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
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Nations are steeling for a disappointing report card at this month's UN biodiversity summit, with governments falling short on their commitments to protect the plants, animals and ecosystems that sustain life on Earth.
From Barron's ● Oct. 12, 2026
Rarely did she see a parent or anyone from the community, even on report card pick or open house days.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 9, 2026
Ofsted said it had worked closely with unions and parents to develop the new report card inspection system, and would continue to grade schools.
From BBC ● Sep. 20, 2026
He’s never received a grade other than A on his report card at Westlake.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 19, 2026
I wondered if he was too preoccupied with Ade Cokers case, but even after he got him out of jail a week later, he did not talk about my report card.
From "Purple Hibiscus" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
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