know the score

Language: en

Meaning: (idiomatic,informal)To beawareof a situation, especially of theconsequencesofmisconduct.1980, “Somehow”, inNew Clear Days, performed byThe Vapors:I've seen it before / Iknow the score/ You're trying to be wild and carefree / You really can't take it no more1990,Stock Aitken Waterman, “Better the Devil You Know”, inRhythm of Love, performed byKylie Minogue:Our love wasn't perfect I know, I think youknow the score/ When you say you love me, oh boy, I can't ask for more

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