honours are even

honours are even

Both sides are equally matched; the contest is equal or level; neither side has been victorious. Primarily heard in UK. Honours are even going into the third round of this match. At the end of an amazing game, honours are even between these two teams.
See also: even, honour
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honours are even

there is equality in the contest. British
See also: even, honour
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honours are ˈeven

(British English) no particular person, team, etc. is doing better than the others in a competition, an argument, etc: After a competitive first day of the series, I’d say honours are even.
See also: even, honour
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See also:
  • with honours even
  • Mexican standoff
  • win through
  • in pari delicto
  • diamond
  • diamond cut diamond
  • win at
  • win at (something)
  • triumph over
  • triumph over (one)