Recent Examples on the WebWhat constitutes variety at the Primetime Emmy Awards can be a toss-up.—Randee Dawn, Los Angeles Times, 20 June 2024 The Cook Political Report rates the race as a toss-up, with Republicans with a +5 advantage.—Rachel Schilke, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 12 June 2024 That leaves eight districts that are more likely to be a toss-up between Democrats and Republicans.—Jessie Opoien, Journal Sentinel, 11 June 2024 And the National League Cy Young voting would be a toss-up between Ranger Suarez and the Cubs amazing rookie Shota Imanaga.—Bill Madden, New York Daily News, 25 May 2024 Both races are considered toss-ups by forecasters who rate the closeness of elections nationally.—Gillian Brassil, Sacramento Bee, 8 May 2024 The trio were tasked with completing a toss-up puzzle in the phrase category during Monday night’s episode.—EW.com, 29 May 2024 Sabato’s Crystal Ball and the Cook Political Report call it a toss-up.—Ronald J. Hansen, The Arizona Republic, 15 May 2024 The race is considered a toss-up between Dixon and Mayor Brandon Scott, with Vignarajah recently polling in third place with the support of about 10% of likely voters.—Sam Janesch, Baltimore Sun, 2 May 2024
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