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point-scoring play

[/pɔɪnt ˈskɔːrɪŋ pleɪ/]
nounpl: point-scoring plays
jogada que marca pontos
1. An action or maneuver in a game or sport that results in gaining points; often used metaphorically to describe a tactical move designed to gain advantage or favor
The quarterback executed a brilliant point-scoring play in the final seconds of the game.
O quarterback executou uma jogada que marca pontos brilhante nos últimos segundos do jogo.
2. A strategic move made primarily for public relations or political advantage rather than substantive benefit
Critics argued that the new policy was merely a point-scoring play to gain voter support.
Os críticos argumentaram que a nova política era apenas uma jogada para ganhar apoio eleitoral.
Synonyms
scoring playtactical movestrategic maneuverpublicity stuntpolitical move
Antonyms
blundermiscalculationstrategic failure

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
jogada que marca pontos
standard usage in sports and politics
São Paulo
jogada de pontuação
alternative term used in sports commentary
Portugal
jogada que marca pontos
standard European Portuguese usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

score points with someone
make a winning move
pull off a victory
rack up points
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