jump ball

πŸ“– Definitions

noun

1. A contest too close to call.

2. An undecided situation or one with no preference.

πŸ’¬ Usage Examples

β€œThe early votes are still a jump ball.” Colin Lancaster; Fed Up!; Harriman House; 2021. β€œIt was a jump ball as to whether I walked out.” Michael Z.
Lewin; Missing Woman; Open Road; 2016.
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