even the score
Example Sentences
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To even the score, Weir’s novel describes ammonia-breathing Rocky as smelling like cat pee, an aside the script politely omits.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 18, 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
A year ago, the Highlanders rallied for 10 runs in the sixth inning to even the score.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 19, 2024
Elyse Bennett knocked it past the goalkeeper after a couple deflections to even the score at 2-2.
From Seattle Times ● Jul. 1, 2023
“Wow,” Takumi said, “if I ever get kicked out, remind me to even the score myself, since I sure can’t count on you.”
From "Looking for Alaska" by John Green
