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decisive match

[dɪˈsɪsɪv mætʃ]
nounpl: decisive matches
partida decisiva
1. A competition or game whose outcome determines a final result, winner, or advancement to the next stage
The final game was a decisive match that determined the championship winner.
O jogo final foi uma partida decisiva que determinou o vencedor do campeonato.
2. A match in which one side establishes clear dominance or achieves a conclusive victory
It was a decisive match with a 5-0 victory.
Foi uma partida decisiva com uma vitória de 5-0.
Synonyms
crucial matchfinal matchclinching matchdetermining matchvital match
Antonyms
meaningless matchfriendly matchexhibition match

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
partida decisiva
Standard usage in sports commentary
São Paulo
jogo decisivo
Commonly used in football/soccer context
Rio de Janeiro
partida decisiva / jogo que define
Both terms are used interchangeably
Portugal
jogo decisivo / encontro decisivo
Both are standard; 'encontro' is more formal

Related Idioms & Phrases

win the decisive match
play a decisive match
decisive match-up
the decisive moment in a match
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