score
noun
the record of points or strokes made by the competitors in a game or match.
scorer
-
a word derived from
score.
Example Sentences
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The Sparks pulled ahead in the fourth, but Phoenix tied it 81-81 with 3:33 remaining after a bucket from the Mercury’s top scorer Noémie Brochant.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 12, 2026
The Sky were without their leading scorer, rookie Sydney Taylor, but were powered by 15 points and nine assists from Natasha Cloud.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 6, 2026
He broke the record to become the youngest scorer in league history last season and made his first league start on the final day of last campaign, too.
From BBC ● Aug. 4, 2026
Palmer was the club's top scorer in his first season.
From BBC ● Jul. 28, 2026
“I think it’s because I was the high scorer on the range in my section,” the man answered.
From "Newjack: Guarding Sing Sing" by Ted Conover
