decider

British

/ dɪˈsaɪdə /

noun

the point, goal, game, etc, that determines who wins a match or championship

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Ranked 71st in the world, the Bosnians were edged out of automatic qualification by Austria when they conceded late in a final group game decider in Vienna.

From BBC • Mar. 25, 2026

That momentum continued into the decider and an early break appeared to be enough for Sabalenka when she had the chance to serve for the match.

From BBC • Mar. 15, 2026

Ireland pulled away from Scotland in a pulsating Six Nations Triple Crown decider to keep their championship hopes alive and end the Scots' trophy dreams.

From BBC • Mar. 14, 2026

England had earmarked this match as a potential title decider before the start of the Six Nations, but defeats by Scotland, Ireland and Italy have left them fifth in the table.

From BBC • Mar. 10, 2026

To be one was to be a decider.

From "Educated" by Tara Westover

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