Phrases Expressions of Certainty and Uncertainty

It's a toss-up.

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Meaning

The outcome is equally likely.

Examples

  • John: Will the basketball team win tonight?
  • Alice: It's hard to say. <b>It's a toss-up</b>; both teams are equally strong.
  • John: I guess we'll just have to wait and see.
  • Alice: Yeah, it really is <b>a toss-up</b>.