Lose or Win

a situation where there is an equal chance for one to fail or succeed

The company had a close call with a cyber attack, but their security measures prevented the breach.

to fight or compete with someone with great force, determination, and strength

The two boxers are going toe-to-toe in the ring, exchanging punches.

to agree to undertake a challenge

He has been waiting for a worthy opponent to take up the gauntlet for months.

to challenge someone to a fight or competition

He has been waiting for a chance to throw down the gauntlet and prove his superiority.

used to demonstrate confidence in one's skills and abilities when challenging someone

I'm not afraid to face your team, bring it on!

a designated area where a sport or game is played

The playing field is divided into two halves during a match.

a situation in which one side can achieve victory by taking the advantage away from the other side in a competition, causing them to lose the game

If we don't find a way to cooperate, the situation could become a zero-sum game, with each party trying to maximize their own gains.

(in business, politics, etc.) a situation in which the competition is so fierce that everyone is willing to do whatever it takes to be successful, even if it means harming others

During the war, it was a dog eat dog situation - everyone was fighting for their own survival.