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Term: Cheek-by-jowl

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sense 1: In close proximity; side by side.

Example sentence: The crowded city streets forced the pedestrians to walk cheek-by-jowl.

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sense 1: Describing something or someone in close physical proximity or interconnected.

Example sentence: The participants in the dance competition moved cheek-by-jowl, showcasing their synchronization and coordination.

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sense 2: Describing something or someone in close social proximity or intimate relationship.

Example sentence: The best friends lived cheek-by-jowl and shared everything with each other.

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sense 3: Describing something or someone in close alignment or agreement.

Example sentence: The two political parties were cheek-by-jowl on issues related to education reforms.