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cheek by jowl

/ˈtʃiːk baɪ dʒaʊl/

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phrase

/ˈtʃiːk baɪ dʒaʊl/C1informal
  • ruИдиоматическое выражение, означающее очень близко друг к другу, бок о бок или в непосредственной близости, часто подразумевающее тесное или скученное расположение.

An idiomatic expression meaning very close together, side by side, or in close proximity, often implying a crowded or intimate arrangement.

  1. Very close togetherC1formalbritish

    Situated very close to each other, often in a crowded or intimate manner.

    ruПлечом к плечу

    • The houses in the old town were built cheek by jowl.
    • The two friends sat cheek by jowl on the crowded bus.
    • In the market, the stalls stood cheek by jowl, each selling different goods.