1
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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Key Background Musk has yet to elaborate on the gesture made Monday, though defenders such as the Anti-Defamation League have chalked up the action to being accidental or awkward as opposed to an intentional Nazi salute.
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Antonio Pequeño Iv, Forbes, 24 Jan. 2025
After catching just four touchdowns over his first three years, after being chalked up as the organization’s latest first-round receiver draft bust by a large segment of the Baltimore fan base, Bateman has 10 touchdowns this season.
—Jeff Zrebiec, The Athletic, 16 Jan. 2025
Bill Maher disagreed with actor Jon Cryer that the 2024 election could be chalked up to concerns about inflation.
—Jenny Goldsberry, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 6 Jan. 2025
SpaceX The Super Heavy first stage chalked up a successful mission, boosting the Starship upper stage out of the lower atmosphere, then flipping around and flying back to seaside firing stand where it was plucked out of mid air by giant mechanical arms on the launch tower.
—William Harwood, CBS News, 17 Jan. 2025
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Antonio Pequeño Iv, Forbes, 24 Jan. 2025
After catching just four touchdowns over his first three years, after being chalked up as the organization’s latest first-round receiver draft bust by a large segment of the Baltimore fan base, Bateman has 10 touchdowns this season.
—Jeff Zrebiec, The Athletic, 16 Jan. 2025
Bill Maher disagreed with actor Jon Cryer that the 2024 election could be chalked up to concerns about inflation.
—Jenny Goldsberry, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 6 Jan. 2025
SpaceX The Super Heavy first stage chalked up a successful mission, boosting the Starship upper stage out of the lower atmosphere, then flipping around and flying back to seaside firing stand where it was plucked out of mid air by giant mechanical arms on the launch tower.
—William Harwood, CBS News, 17 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for chalk up
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The contributing factors in Arakawa’s death were attributed to rodents.—
Nathan Solis,
Los Angeles Times,
7 Mar. 2025
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This muted reaction can be partly attributed to broader market conditions.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes,
7 Mar. 2025
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Several have achieved 20 launches and its fleet leader has 26 launches under its belt.—
Richard Tribou,
Orlando Sentinel,
10 Mar. 2025
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Our seven-part guide has helpful hints to achieve better sleep. CNN — I’m captivated by my new personal health tracker, a Christmas gift from my husband.—
Sandee LaMotte,
CNN,
10 Mar. 2025
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Columbia University Apartheid Divest ascribed the crackdown to outside pressure.—
Cayla Bamberger,
New York Daily News,
3 Mar. 2025
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Some conservative Christian stay-at-home moms homeschool their children, and some don’t, Du Mez noted, while some Mormon families may ascribe to tradwife-style values but hold very different religious beliefs from evangelicals or Catholics.—
Anna North,
Vox,
27 Feb. 2025
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While Disney won four Oscars for four separate films in 1953 — becoming the first and only person to do so until now — Baker won four Oscars for one film, setting a new record.—
Caitlin O'Kane,
CBS News,
3 Mar. 2025
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The blockbuster also won Best Sound and was nominated for Best Picture, Best Production Design, and Best Cinematography.—
Alison Foreman,
IndieWire,
3 Mar. 2025
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Since taking office in 2015, Duda has pursued a policy of strengthening Poland's military, attaining energy independence from Russia, and deepening strategic ties with Washington.—
Gordon G. Chang,
Newsweek,
3 Mar. 2025
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To attain the 17:1 ratio of water-to-coffee often touted as ideal by the international Specialty Coffee Association, each 5-ounce cup would require about 8 grams of coffee.—
Matthew Korfhage,
WIRED,
28 Feb. 2025
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Parents and pediatricians just gained one more tool to combat severe allergic reactions in young kids.—
Natallie Rocha,
The Mercury News,
7 Mar. 2025
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In related hiring, transportation and warehousing employment gained 18,000 jobs in February.—
Vicki M. Young,
Sourcing Journal,
7 Mar. 2025
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Seattle general manager John Schneider has expressed apprehension about making those sorts of commitments.—
Michael-Shawn Dugar,
The Athletic,
11 Mar. 2025
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Here’s how to style your wide-leg jeans with intention—and make every step feel like a power move.—
Ruhama Wolle,
Glamour,
10 Mar. 2025
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“Chalk up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/chalk%20up. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.
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