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Definition of dead heat noun from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

dead heat

noun
 
/ˌded ˈhiːt/
 
/ˌded ˈhiːt/
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  1. (especially British English) a result in a race when two of those taking part finish at exactly the same time
    • The race was declared a dead heat.
    Topics Sports: other sportsc2
  2. (North American English) a situation during a race or competition, etc. when two or more people are at the same level
    • The two candidates are in a dead heat in the polls.
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