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Definition of nip and tuck adjective from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

nip and tuck

adjective, adverb
 
/ˌnɪp ən ˈtʌk/
 
/ˌnɪp ən ˈtʌk/
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  1. if a race or competition is nip and tuck, it is a very close contest with the competitors almost level with each other
    • The presidential contest is nip and tuck.
    compare neck and neck (with somebody/something)
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