demerit

Example Sentences

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International Cricket Council referee Jeff Crowe is yet to deliver his assessment of the pitch, which if handed an "unsatisfactory" rating would see the venue slapped with a demerit point.

From Barron's • Dec. 29, 2025

As well as the fine, Kohli incurred one demerit point, but is free to play the fifth and final Test in Sydney next month.

From BBC • Dec. 26, 2024

The movie’s one major demerit is a lack of screen time for Cheadle, whose character is a welcome presence in the book.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 30, 2022

Within the company, the weak yen was not necessarily viewed as a benefit, the spokesperson said, adding the higher cost of raw materials was one demerit.

From Reuters • Apr. 12, 2022

“Excuse me, Miss Durand, that's one demerit for running.”

From "The Marvellers" by Dhonielle Clayton