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  • noun painting The appearance of non-gloss paint on an exterior surface due to chemical deterioration and removal by weather.
  • verb Present participle of chalk.

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Examples

  • If a cellular feature has some discernable function and if it seems to be beyond what is biologically reasonable to expect of chance, then with varying degrees of confidence we are justified in chalking it up to design.

    Behe 2009

  • The Beavers (2-4, 1-2 Pac-10) forced seven turnovers in chalking up their first victory at Washington since 1985.

    USATODAY.com 2004

  • The Beavers (2-4, 1-2 Pac-10) forced seven turnovers in chalking up their first victory at Washington since 1985.

    USATODAY.com 2004

  • Guess Mom doesnt like the idea of chalking up another year.

    Ellen Hopkins: Crank Trilogy Ellen Hopkins 2004

  • Guess Mom doesnt like the idea of chalking up another year.

    Ellen Hopkins: Crank Trilogy Ellen Hopkins 2004

  • Guess Mom doesnt like the idea of chalking up another year.

    Ellen Hopkins: Crank Trilogy Ellen Hopkins 2004

  • The concept was based on the tradition of "chalking" whereby supporters of riders and the tour write messages on the route.

    Nike Chalkbot campaign wins cyber lions grand prix 2010

  • Ultimately, open public access will lead to the destruction of the resource, either through outright desecration or from less malevolent behaviors such as "chalking" or "rubbings."

    A Question For The Archaeology Blogosphere Christopher O'Brien 2007

  • Do you think it's possible excessive "chalking" could fall under that same statute?

    Marshall Democrat-News Headlines 2009

  • This is what happens to the tip of the cue when it is used during a pool or billiard game for too long without "chalking," which usually prevents this from happening.

    xml's Blinklist.com 2008

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