snatch a draw

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To get a draw unexpectedly at the very end of a game.

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  • With a last-minute goal, they managed to snatch a draw from the jaws of defeat.
  • The underdog team was thrilled to snatch a draw against the league champions.
  • Despite being two goals down, a sudden comeback saw them snatch a draw in injury time.
  • Our captain's heroic effort in the final seconds allowed us to snatch a draw.
  • It looked like we were going to lose, but we snatched a draw with the very last play of the game.
  • The coach's tactical change was a masterstroke, helping the team snatch a draw.
  • In a surprising turn of events, the visiting team snatched a draw, silencing the home crowd.
  • You can't celebrate too early in this sport; an opponent can always snatch a draw at the end.
  • Having played with ten men for most of the second half, it was an incredible achievement to snatch a draw.
  • The rookie quarterback led an amazing final drive to snatch a draw for his team.