Meaning of the word "score points" in English

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score points

US /skɔr pɔɪnts/
UK /skɔr pɔɪnts/
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Idiom

1.

to gain an advantage or favor with someone

Example:
He tried to score points with his boss by working late every night.
You're not going to score any points with her by being rude.
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