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What is a tug of war?

What is a tug of war? Here are some definitions.

Noun
  1. a game or competition in which two teams pull or tug on opposite ends of a rope trying to force the other team over the line which initially marked the middle between the two teams.
  2. (idiomatic) a dispute between two parties, particularly an entrenched, back-and-forth dispute.
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Men and women wishing to take part in the tug of war contests can contact the chairman or any member of the committee.
We can expect a protracted tug of war, which may drag on until the review deadline draws near.
This did not deter the tug of war teams as they slid and tugged on the rope or the audience who cheered them on.
Choose from billiards, horseshoes, tag games, hockey, Frisbee, tug of war, jump ropes, running, or bowling, just to name a few.
There are several teams lined up for the tug of war but more are welcome to come and test their strength against the champions.
Attractions included the District Youth Band, a tug of war, children's races, a barbecue and refreshments.

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