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

If a venue receives five demerit points in a five-year period, it will be suspended from hosting international cricket for 12 months.

From BBC • Dec. 13, 2022

Companies also point to the higher cost of raw materials as a demerit.

From Reuters • Sep. 22, 2022

Ella never imagined she would've gotten even a single demerit.

From "The Marvellers" by Dhonielle Clayton