dead heats

noun

plural of dead heat
as in ties
a situation in which neither participant in a contest, competition, or struggle comes out ahead of the other the horses crossed the finish line in a dead heat

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  1. ties
  2. draws
Noun
  • Its hidden zipper and interior corner ties help keep everything neatly in place, while the warm camel hue pairs beautifully with the deeper plum of the blanket.
    — Jacorey Moon, Architectural Digest, 7 Nov. 2026
  • Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz — who was visiting in a bid to deepen trade ties — were both in attendance.
    — Ian King, CNBC, 7 Nov. 2026
Definition of ties
Noun
  • The rail line, operating since 1888, has always been vulnerable to the ocean’s wrath due to its location — but its beachfront property is also one of its main draws for riders seeking a scenic trip down Southern California’s iconic coast.
    — Grace Toohey, Los Angeles Times, 6 Nov. 2026
  • Family-friendly draws include Bála Kids Club, as well as a separate shallow area in a main infinity pool, perfect for younger swimmers.
    — Regan Stephens, Travel + Leisure, 1 Nov. 2026
Definition of draws
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“Dead heats.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dead%20heats. Accessed 14 Nov. 2026.

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