scoring

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Gordon, however, did his chances no harm with a fine performance against Costa Rica, tormenting defender Shawn Johnson with electric changes of pace, making Declan Rice's opener and scoring England's second from the spot.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

“We’ve got to get back to scoring more goals,” Holland said.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

Heading that team is Thor-like striker Erling Haaland, a three-time Premier League scoring champion for Manchester City, who has more goals for club and country than Messi or Ronaldo had at the age of 25.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

Hotels in Canada and Mexico are scoring higher occupancy rates, reflecting cheaper overall costs and backlash against U.S. visa policies.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

Whit drew a scoring board to him and set the pegs to start.

From "Of Mice and Men" by John Steinbeck