standoff (n.)

  1. the finish of a contest in which the score is tied and the winner is undecided; the game ended in a draw; their record was 3 wins, 6 losses and a tie

    [ Syn: draw , tie ]

  2. the act of repulsing or repelling an attack; a successful defensive stand

    [ Syn: repulsion ]

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