split decision
noun
: a decision in a boxing match reflecting a division of opinion among the referee and judges
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But Pacquiao had gotten too far ahead and won with a split decision.
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Bill Dwyre, Los Angeles Times, 22 Dec. 2024
Namajunas held onto the belt in the rematch in November 2021, defeating Zhang via split decision.
—Trent Reinsmith, Forbes, 14 Dec. 2024
He was defeated by Tommy Fury in a split decision in 2023.
—Chantz Martin, Fox News, 16 Nov. 2024
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
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Bill Dwyre, Los Angeles Times, 22 Dec. 2024
Namajunas held onto the belt in the rematch in November 2021, defeating Zhang via split decision.
—Trent Reinsmith, Forbes, 14 Dec. 2024
He was defeated by Tommy Fury in a split decision in 2023.
—Chantz Martin, Fox News, 16 Nov. 2024
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
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“Split decision.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/split%20decision. Accessed 5 Jan. 2025.
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