What does the cryptic crossword clue "Match ending in tense tie (5)" mean?

The definition is "tie". The wordplay uses charade, parts. TWIN (synonym of "Match") + E (last letter of "tense") [last letter: "ending"]; definition: "tie" The answer is TWINE.

Match ending in tense tie (5)

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