Word used on both sides of "and" to make a common phrase meaning "a close contest," that has its origins in horse racing Crossword Clue

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Word used on both sides of "and" to make a common phrase meaning "a close contest," that has its origins in horse racing Crossword Answer

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(verb)
1. kiss, embrace, or fondle with sexual passion
(noun)
1. the part of an organism (human or animal) that connects the head to the rest of the body
2. an opening in a garment for the neck of the wearer; a part of the garment near the wearer’s neck

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

CONTEST (noun)
1. an occasion on which a winner is selected from among two or more contestants
2. a struggle between rivals
CONTEST (verb)
1. to make the subject of dispute, contention, or litigation
MEANING (adjective)
1. rich in significance or implication
MEANING (noun)
1. the message that is intended or expressed or signified
2. the idea that is intended

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22. "Give it another ___!" ("Go again!")

23. Bathroom faucet

25. "Yes ___" (Jim Carrey movie)

27. Storyline of a film, say

31. Bigeye tuna

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7. Hospital wing

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28. Tardy to the party

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