[Idiom] EVEN THE SCORE. - Explore Phrases for Revenge and Equality
Even the score.
Retaliate.
'Even the score' refers to retaliating or seeking JUSTICE by ensuring that all previously inflicted wrongs are avenged or balanced out. The imagery here is akin to adjusting the scores in a game, where the aim is to level the playing field or repay an earlier injury or slight with a comparable measure of justice or revenge.
Example Sentences
After losing the last game, they wanted to even the score.
After losing the previous game, they wanted to settle the score.
With a win tonight, the team could even the score from their previous defeat.
Winning tonight's game could make up for their earlier defeat.
He trained hard all year to even the score against his rival in the final match.
He trained all year to prove himself against his rival in the final match.