tiebreaker

Example Sentences

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The Lakers are tied with the Denver Nuggets for third in the West at 50-28, although the Lakers own the tiebreaker.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 5, 2026

This can be hard to figure out in 50/50 custody arrangements, and so some families revert to the parent who provides the most financial support as a tiebreaker.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 23, 2026

The Broncos have the tiebreaker edge on the Patriots so just need to win, but should Denver stumble, New England can bag top spot with a win over Miami.

From BBC • Dec. 30, 2025

The Reds advanced by virtue of going 4-2 against the Mets, earning the tiebreaker.

From The Wall Street Journal • Sep. 29, 2025

“Ten questions,” he said, “and a tiebreaker if we need one. The team with the most correct answers is the winning team. The prize this year: a baseball signed by...”

From "Okay for Now" by Gary D. Schmidt