demerit
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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
Yet his job review has never included a bonus for a player being called up to the majors or a demerit when someone comes up short.
From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2024
Pitches for every international match are rated, with negative ratings resulting in demerit points, the accumulation of which could lead to a suspension of staging rights.
From BBC • Dec. 13, 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
“Enough of that, Miss Lumen. One demerit for not following instructions. I warned you about bringing them up.”
From "The Marvellers" by Dhonielle Clayton
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