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settle a score

idiom

To even the score.


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  1. 01

    even the score

    To seek or obtain revenge against someone.

  2. 02

    four score and seven years ago

    Used (sometimes sarcastically) to indicate that a past event being mentioned is particularly important: a long time ago; many years ago.

  3. 03

    go off at score

    To break suddenly into a gallop.

  4. 04

    know the score

    To be aware of a situation, especially of the consequences of misconduct.

  5. 05

    no score

    In a sporting event, a score of zero to zero.

  6. 06

    score off

    To defeat (especially in an argument), get the better of, achieve a success over, gain an advantage or win points over, make a point to the detriment or at the expense of, make appear foolish. Sometimes with particle on (someone).

  7. 07

    settle for

    To accept or allow something, especially something not entirely desirable.

  8. 08

    settle in

    To get comfortable or established, as in a new place.

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