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as in thriller
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as in dead heat
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Recent Examples of photo finish
That’s because his slam dunk captured the Nuggets to a series-tying Game 4 win in a photo finish, 101-99 over the Clippers, on Saturday.
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Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 26 Apr. 2025
Mystik Dan wins the 150th running of the Kentucky Derby in a photo finish
Mystik Dan win by less than a nose over Sierra Leone to win the 150th running of the Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs on Saturday.
—Los Angeles Times, 26 Dec. 2024
Following another photo finish and impressive run from one of its series’ best, the NASCAR Cup Series returns to the venue that produced one of the most compelling finishes in motorsports history a year ago.
—Shane Connuck, Charlotte Observer, 23 Feb. 2025
His race against Gilgeous-Alexander for a fourth MVP crown might be hurtling toward a photo finish.
—Bennett Durando, The Denver Post, 11 Mar. 2025
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Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 26 Apr. 2025
Mystik Dan wins the 150th running of the Kentucky Derby in a photo finish
Mystik Dan win by less than a nose over Sierra Leone to win the 150th running of the Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs on Saturday.
—Los Angeles Times, 26 Dec. 2024
Following another photo finish and impressive run from one of its series’ best, the NASCAR Cup Series returns to the venue that produced one of the most compelling finishes in motorsports history a year ago.
—Shane Connuck, Charlotte Observer, 23 Feb. 2025
His race against Gilgeous-Alexander for a fourth MVP crown might be hurtling toward a photo finish.
—Bennett Durando, The Denver Post, 11 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for photo finish
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Need inspiration for choosing the right thriller, fillers, and spillers for your garden?—
Heather Bien,
Southern Living,
6 June 2025
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Remember, the Pacers needed six 3s in about five minutes from Aaron Nesmith in Game 1 against New York just to set up Haliburton’s previous thriller.—
Joe Vardon,
New York Times,
6 June 2025
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But they were forced to report a dead heat under the rules established by the ski federation.—
Arthur Daemmrich,
The Conversation,
14 Mar. 2025
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As of this writing the Giants (17-10) are in a dead heat for first in the NL West with the Padres (17-9) and Dodgers (16-10), all three of whom have won more games than any of the three division leaders in the American League.—
Mac Cerullo,
Boston Herald,
27 Apr. 2025
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With their series now tied, the Yankees and Guardians will play a rubber match on Thursday night.—
Gary Phillips,
New York Daily News,
5 June 2025
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More: Trump erupts when asked about 'TACO trade' ― a new nickname mocking his tariff approach There are some skid marks where the rubber has met the road.—
Susan Page,
USA Today,
5 June 2025
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They are packed with fluff, and each toy features a squeaker and super-soft fuzz.—
Nora Colomer,
FOXNews.com,
16 Apr. 2025
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The lone conference win came against USC, a 29-28 squeaker.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
26 Apr. 2025
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Her health issues extend to ongoing psychological damage wrought by the sudden death of her husband.—
Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
13 June 2025
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Olivia Leedham is sharing an update following the sudden death of her daughter Lailah.—
Hannah Sacks,
People.com,
13 June 2025
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Directed by Nelicia Low, the suspenser follows a young fencer struggling with keeping his secret crush on a fellow fencer from his homophobic mother.—
Vivienne Chow,
Variety,
17 May 2022
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On the other hand, the story introduces fictional characters and elements that give it the air of a suspenser, exactly the sort for which Harris is so popular.—
Frank Scheck,
The Hollywood Reporter,
20 Jan. 2022
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In some ways, this trade is part of the never-ending runoff from that disaster.—
The Athletic MLB Staff,
New York Times,
16 June 2025
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If left unmaintained, vacant lots can contribute to water pollution through stormwater runoff carrying pollutants like sediment and debris, and often became invaded by non-native plant species, which can displace native vegetation and disrupt ecosystems.—
Stephen Underwood,
Hartford Courant,
16 June 2025
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Those fans thirsting for the Cubs team that slugged its way to wins earlier in the season have had to settle for low-scoring nail-biters lately.—
Jeff Vorva,
Chicago Tribune,
15 June 2025
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Bailey hears that theme from consumers who just aren’t in the mood for any more nail-biters.—
Ryan Faughnder,
Los Angeles Times,
10 June 2025
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“Photo finish.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/photo%20finish. Accessed 21 Jun. 2025.
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