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The term "dead heat" originated from horse racing in the 19th century, describing a situation where two or more horses finish a race simultaneously, making it impossible to determine a clear winner. The phrase likely derives from the idea of "heat," which refers to a race or contest, with "dead" indicating the tie. Over time, it has been adopted in broader contexts to describe any situation where two or more competitors finish at the same time or score equally.

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