The phrase "a point for every dollar" means that something is worth one dollar per unit or increment. It can also mean that a certain amount of effort, work, or progress is equivalent to one dollar's worth.
Sentences with «point for every dollar»
The company is now allowing cardholders to earn five Membership Reward points for every dollar spent on airlines. (cnbc.com)
If you pay with points and cash, you'll also earn double Membership Rewards points for each dollar spend on the purchase. (rewardexpert.com)
However, with even a modest amount of spend you'll be getting free nights pretty quickly since you earn 1 point for each dollar of spend on the card. (onlinetravelreview.com)