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tug-of-war

Noun

Meaning

any hard struggle between equally matched groups

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tug of war

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In any democracy, there is always a tug-of-war between policies to achieve equality and policies to promote excellence. I am certain that Canada can achieve both equality and excellence. John Turner

After the transfer tug-of-war between PSG and Barcelona last summer, when agitated for a move, the sighs of relief were practically audible outside the Parc des Princes. Source: Internet

Biden speaks like a man who harbors no doubt that’s he’s pulling for the right side in that enduring tug of war. Source: Internet

Chinamasa's claims followed repeated allegations that former ministers that were deployed to Zanu PF headquarters after Mnangagwa left them out of his Cabinet in 2018 are involved in a tug-of-war with new ministers over supremacy. Source: Internet

As a result of the fight between both Centre and provinces, masses are the real victims and suffering from multiple difficulties because of the tug of war between both the governments. Source: Internet

Bruno loves to play tug of war and keep away so he can keep your biceps bulging or at least keep your arms strong! Source: Internet

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