Brownie point

Brownie point

noun Informal.
a credit toward advancement or good standing gained especially by currying favor.

Origin:
1960–65; from the point system based on good behavior and performance used by Brownies for advancement
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an extraordinary or unusual thing, person, or event; an exceptional example or instance.
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Brownie point
 
n
a notional mark to one's credit earned for being seen to do the right thing
 
[C20: from the mistaken notion that Brownie Guides earn points for good deeds]

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