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as in to attribute
to explain (something) as being the result of something else
let's chalk up her weird behavior to simple nervousness
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2
as in to achieve
to obtain (as a goal) through effort
chalked up a record in singles tennis that is likely to stand for a long time
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Recent Examples of chalk up
Skinner’s shrinking opportunity can be chalked up to the limitations of his skill set.
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Harman Dayal, The Athletic, 21 Jan. 2025
Some of the increase can be chalked up to a rebound after pandemic restrictions brought infections to a 40-year low.
—Lisa Jarvis, The Mercury News, 14 Jan. 2025
That can be chalked up to several things, including the decision to hire Shane Waldron as offensive coordinator.
—Kevin Fishbain, The Athletic, 8 Jan. 2025
Some of this might be chalked up to our statistical newness.
—Yiyun Li, Harper's Magazine, 23 Oct. 2024
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Harman Dayal, The Athletic, 21 Jan. 2025
Some of the increase can be chalked up to a rebound after pandemic restrictions brought infections to a 40-year low.
—Lisa Jarvis, The Mercury News, 14 Jan. 2025
That can be chalked up to several things, including the decision to hire Shane Waldron as offensive coordinator.
—Kevin Fishbain, The Athletic, 8 Jan. 2025
Some of this might be chalked up to our statistical newness.
—Yiyun Li, Harper's Magazine, 23 Oct. 2024
See all Example Sentences for chalk up
Recent Examples of Synonyms for chalk up
Verb
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But Trump – who on Feb. 9 became first sitting president to attend a Super Bowl – did not share the social media post attributed to him that blames those initiatives for the Chiefs’ loss.—
Joedy McCreary,
USA TODAY,
11 Feb. 2025
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However, Lake Mead water level increases are often attributed to water releases from Lake Powell upstream rather than local precipitation.—
Justin Gest,
Newsweek,
10 Feb. 2025
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Gold Rabbit Sports helps brands, rightsholders, media companies and startups achieve sponsorships, deals and activations.—
Sportico Staff,
Sportico.com,
14 Feb. 2025
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That's because, on Saturday, Lillard is looking to become the first player to three-point in the 3-Point Contest since 1992, when Chicago Bulls reserve combo guard Craig Hodges achieved the feat.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
14 Feb. 2025
Verb
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The show’s casting made sure to not ascribe to just one type of beauty.—
Lynnette Nicholas,
Parents,
6 Feb. 2025
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Can the conclusion that one claim is more valid than the other be ascribed to Western bias?—
Ralph Leonard,
The Atlantic,
4 Feb. 2025
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The only one making it to trial brought by Bragg — the cover-up of hush money payments to women after Trump first won the White House.—
Molly Crane-Newman,
New York Daily News,
7 Feb. 2025
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Angelina Jolie had a complicated memory of the Oscars years before winning one herself.—
Jack Smart,
People.com,
7 Feb. 2025
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Woody served in the United States Army Air Corps 1942-1946 and attained the rank of staff sergeant.—
Contributed Content,
Twin Cities,
6 Feb. 2025
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Lend your energy to social causes, be nicer to your family and friends, commit to attaining your dreams and always believe in yourself.—
Lisa Stardust,
refinery29.com,
27 Jan. 2025
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Still, this recent milestone is an indication that the series continues to gain momentum, rather than lose it as is common with streaming series.—
Katie Campione,
Deadline,
11 Feb. 2025
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While markers of bone growth improved in both groups, only the vest set gained better balance.—
Jolene Edgar,
Allure,
11 Feb. 2025
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With 18 albums making the ARIA Charts throughout her career, Swift has landed at No. 1 an impressive 13 times.—
Jessica Lynch,
Billboard,
14 Feb. 2025
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Following in its tire tracks was the improved 575M Maranello, made until 2006.—
Robert Ross,
Robb Report,
14 Feb. 2025
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“Chalk up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/chalk%20up. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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