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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With A’s on his report card and the energy and determination to never stop improving, Benson is headed on a path that could take him in many different directions.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 6, 2026
"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
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
It was like our version of a report card, I suppose, only much more public.
From "How Dare the Sun Rise" by Sandra Uwiringiyimana
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