NECK AND NECK Meaning and
Definition
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"Neck and neck" is an idiomatic expression used to describe a situation where two or more competitors are in extremely close or similar positions, making it difficult to determine who is ahead or who will emerge as the ultimate winner. The phrase derives from horse racing, where the horses' necks are side by side as they race towards the finish line.
Used metaphorically, "neck and neck" refers to a competitive scenario where two or more individuals, teams, or entities are so closely matched in skill, performance, or progress that it is uncertain who will come out on top. It conveys the idea of being in a dead heat, with neither side significantly ahead or behind. The competitors are so evenly matched that they are practically synchronized, with their chances of success or victory being almost equal.
This expression is often used in sports, political races, business, and other areas where competition or comparison is involved. It emphasizes the intense rivalry and competitiveness exhibited by the participants. It connotes a high level of tension and suspense as the outcome remains unpredictable until the very end. To say that two contenders are "neck and neck" suggests that any slight advantage gained by one is quickly matched by the other, making the competition exceptionally close.
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Idioms with the word NECK AND NECK
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neck and neck
When two competitors or teams are very close in a race or competition and are almost equal in performance or progress.
