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Learning English from the News

CHAPTER

Understanding 'Neck and Neck': A Competitive Metaphor

This chapter explores the metaphor 'neck and neck' to describe competitors closely vying for the lead, using horse racing as a vivid illustration. It also discusses the inappropriateness of using this phrase in situations where results are only revealed after completion, such as exams, and promotes a related podcast on business jargon.

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