rack up

verb

1. to accumulate (points)
2. Alsorack down to adjust the vertical alignment of (the picture from a film projector or telecine machine) so that the upper or lower edges of the frame do not show

Idioms and Phrases

Accumulate or score, as in Last night's episode of that new sitcom racked up at least fifteen points in the ratings . [ Colloquial ; mid-1900s]

Example Sentences

One idea that has "massively taken off" is Inside, which launched in June on YouTube and racked up 14 millions of views for its opening episode.

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The City of Love has played host to the 'King of Clay's' greatest triumphs, racking up a tally of 14 French Open victories which few think will ever be bettered.

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DJ AG always draws a crowd in real life but there are thousands more watching on social media - his streams have racked up millions of views on TikTok.

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Together, the pair have racked up millions of online hits, earning their employer five star reviews and plenty of new customers in the process.

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The unitary council in south Essex became effectively bankrupt two years ago after it borrowed and invested hundreds of millions and racked up a £1.5bn debt.

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Related Words

• accomplish
• attain
• earn
• obtain
• realize