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Nip and Tuck
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Definition:
1. A result or an outcome that is very close.
2. Plastic surgery.
Origin:
The phrase is somewhat similar to 'neck and neck', which has virtually the same meaning.
A
The game was very nip and tuck before one team member made a critical mistake.
比赛不不相上下,直到其中一队的队员犯了一个致命错误。
B
She had a bit of a nip and tuck. This gave her new confidence.
她做了整容,从此获得了自信。
C
It was a bit nip and tuck, but luckily we made it on time.
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