close call

Example Sentences

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The extra income could turn free-cash-flow positive for the first time in years, but it will be a close call now that fuel prices have spiked.

From Barron's • May 8, 2026

This was a close call for Silva, though.

From BBC • May 5, 2026

Even with my close call, like, that one angered me, because you start to think about things.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 13, 2026

It’s a close call, but ultimately I’m on your side.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 7, 2026

He had successfully survived his little sermon that had resulted in Cape Coalwood, but it had apparently been a close call.

From "October Sky" by Homer Hickam