be neck and neck

Example Sentences

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“The Lakers and Dodgers are going to be neck and neck very soon,” Rosen said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 15, 2026

This two-horse race could be neck and neck by the time Roland Garros rolls around.

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026

“For us to be neck and neck with them both games shows that we’re a great ball club as well.”

From New York Times • Apr. 20, 2022

It could be neck and neck between the Blue Jackets, Rangers, Devils, Carolina Hurricanes and Philadelphia Flyers for the final playoff spot.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 18, 2019

It will be neck and neck, I fancy.

From The Primadonna by Crawford, F. Marion (Francis Marion)