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noun
A finish of a race, such as a running race, which is very close between a number of competitors.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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Antonyms: none provided
Narrower terms: photo finish
History
From the idea that a blanket could cover all of the competitors at the finish.
