Sports bet based on total points scored

Answer:

OVERUNDER

Hint:

Think of the two-word term gamblers use when wagering on whether a game's combined score will exceed or fall short of a set number.

Explanation:

This clue refers to a common type of sports wager where you bet on whether the combined score of both teams will be higher or lower than a set number. The answer "OVERUNDER" (sometimes written as "over/under") directly describes this bet—"over" if the total exceeds the line, "under" if it falls short. It’s a straightforward term in sports betting, with no hidden wordplay or tricks in the clue. The answer is simply the name of the bet itself.

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General solving tip

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