know the score

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know the score (third-person singular simple present knows the score, present participle knowing the score, simple past knew the score, past participle known the score)

  1. (idiomatic, informal) To be aware of a situation, especially of the consequences of misconduct.
    • 1980, “Somehow”, in New Clear Days, performed by The Vapors:
      I've seen it before / I know the score / You're trying to be wild and carefree / You really can't take it no more
    • 1990, Stock Aitken Waterman (lyrics and music), “Better the Devil You Know”, in Rhythm of Love, performed by Kylie Minogue:
      Our love wasn't perfect I know, I think you know the score / When you say you love me, oh boy, I can't ask for more

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