showdown

2 definitions • 4 examples

an important argument that is intended to end a disagreement that has existed for a long time:

The president is preparing for a showdown with Republicans over his plans to reform the economy.

Millions of dollars were spent on lawyers in a courtroom showdown between the two companies.

an event, such as a meeting or fight, that ends a disagreement or decides who will win:

a military showdown

Sunday’s showdown will decide whether Mexico or Italy is the world soccer champion.