close finish
Example Sentences
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The match against Afghanistan, when they required two super overs to get the job done, is their only truly close finish.
From BBC ● Mar. 3, 2026
The close finish added scrutiny to an arcane rule that hardly ever comes into play.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 28, 2025
Even a close finish could reshape the race.
From Reuters ● Oct. 20, 2023
It marked the Barbasol Championship’s sixth consecutive close finish determined by one shot or in a playoff.
From Seattle Times ● Jul. 10, 2022
Hugh was at his shoulder and the onlookers were enjoying the close finish.
From The Go Ahead Boys in the Island Camp by Ross Kay
