even the score
Example Sentences
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That’s when Hilary Knight deflected a Laila Edwards slap shot past Canadian goalie Ann-Renée Desbiens to even the score and eventually send the game to overtime.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 24, 2026
Dailey hit a jumper in the lane to even the score in the second overtime at 97-97 with 12 seconds left.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 31, 2026
But the Bulldogs couldn’t even the score and when the final whistle blew, the Kangaroos ran off the field and up into the stands to celebrate their historic accomplishment.
From Seattle Times • May 25, 2024
West Ham substitute Said Benrahma had the chance to even the score late on with a volley, but was denied by Everton goalkeeper Jordan Pickford.
From Washington Times • Oct. 29, 2023
That wouldn’t even the score, exactly, but it would help.
From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison
