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NECK AND NECK

Pronunciation (US):

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 I. (adjective) 

Sense 1

Meaning:

Inconclusive as to outcome; close or just even in a race or comparison or competition

Example:

the election was a nip and tuck affair

Synonyms:

head-to-head; neck and neck; nip and tuck

Classified under:

Adjectives

Similar:

inconclusive (not conclusive; not putting an end to doubt or question)

 II. (adverb) 

Sense 1

Meaning:

Even or close in a race or competition or comparison

Example:

he won nip and tuck

Synonyms:

head-to-head; neck and neck; nip and tuck

Classified under:

Adverbs

Pertainym:

neck and neck (inconclusive as to outcome; close or just even in a race or comparison or competition)

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