split decision

noun

: a decision in a boxing match reflecting a division of opinion among the referee and judges

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Despite the setback, Battle won a split decision but faced boos from fans at T-Mobile Arena following the bout. —

Brian Mazique, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024 In March 2008 in Carson, the third fight was staged and Vázquez won by split decision. —

Eduard Cauich, Los Angeles Times, 4 Dec. 2024 O'Malley would win by split decision, leading to his climbing the ranks and eventually securing the title from former champion Aljamain Sterling. —

Mark R. Weaver, Newsweek, 3 Dec. 2024 Taylor, the 2012 Olympic gold medalist, is 23-1 with six wins by KO. 6d ago / 7:43 PM PST Copied Share Amanda Serrano heading to ring Greg Rosenstein Serrano, who dropped the last fight with Taylor by split decision, is one of the best female fighters ever. —

Greg Rosenstein, NBC News, 16 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for split decision

Word History

First Known Use

1952, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of split decision was in 1952

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“Split decision.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/split%20decision. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.

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