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

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

That’s it, and that’s not even a demerit.

From Washington Post • Dec. 12, 2022

Her first demerit, a first at the Arcanum she'd never wanted to experience.

From "The Marvellers" by Dhonielle Clayton