even contest

Frequency: 7.010.5 per million words

describes a competition where the opponents are evenly matched

contestADJECTIVE + contest

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even

Examples (10)

  • The final match was a surprisingly even contest.
  • Spectators are hoping for an even contest between the two rivals.
  • The upcoming election is predicted to be an even contest, with no clear frontrunner.
  • The chess tournament final was an even contest of wits and strategy.
  • For most of the game, it was an even contest, but our team pulled ahead in the final minutes.
  • The battle for smartphone supremacy has become a more even contest in recent years.
  • It's rarely an even contest when a professional plays against an amateur.
  • After such an even contest, the draw seemed like a fair result.
  • Analysts described the debate as an even contest, praising both candidates for their strong arguments.
  • The two boxers were so well-matched that everyone anticipated an even contest.