Meaning of the word "tip the balance" in English

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tip the balance

US /tɪp ðə ˈbæl.əns/
UK /tɪp ðə ˈbæl.əns/
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Idiom

1.

to cause a situation to change, especially by giving a slight advantage to one side

Example:
His late goal tipped the balance in favor of our team.
A single vote could tip the balance in the election.
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