Be level pegging

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verb phrase

To be equally matched or in a similar position or situation as someone else, especially in a competition.

At half-time, the two teams were level pegging.
Visual representation of "be level pegging" - To be equally matched or in a similar position or situation as someone else, especially in a competition.

Often appears as...

  • level pegging with
  • level pegging at

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Idiomatic

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Sports Origin

The phrase originates from sports scoring systems, like in a race where competitors are side by side.

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With only one lap to go, the runners were level pegging.
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Not Just Sports

It can be used in various competitions, as well as metaphorically in other situations implying equal standing.

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In the debate, both candidates were level pegging in the polls.
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Temporary State

It suggests a temporary condition that could change with new developments or over time.

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The students were level pegging in grades, but finals could change that.
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