keep score

Example Sentences

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And if I’m having a really bad hole, I’m fine picking up the ball and marking down the maximum allowable score for handicap purposes—if I keep score at all.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

The financial figures just help us keep score of the choices that define us as a nation.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 25, 2026

But that’s not the only way to keep score in the final round.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 19, 2023

Still physically fit in his late 70s, Fryatt played tennis but couldn’t keep score or remember which side of the net he was supposed to be on.

From Washington Times • May 16, 2023

They didn’t keep score during open gym, but Felix knew they were up by double digits when they took a water break.

From "Millionaires for the Month" by Stacey McAnulty