the score
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The Dodgers’ successful replay challenge kept the score tied.
From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 7, 2026
But England won in epic fashion thanks to Jude Bellingham's first-half double and Harry Kane's penalty, despite Quansah seeing red with the score 2-1 early in the second half.
From BBC • Jul. 6, 2026
Only a late penalty for Neymar, likely playing in the last World Cup of his career, narrowed the score line.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 5, 2026
Even Wagner, who carelessly tossed it off in a couple of weeks, said the best thing about the score was the fee, which he had demanded to be paid in gold.
From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 2, 2026
Before the third inning was over, the score was 12—0, and Grayson was in the showers.
From "Maniac Magee" by Jerry Spinelli
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