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Definition of NAIL-BITER

something (as a close contest) that induces much suspense as to its outcome <a presidential election that was one of the great nail-biters of all time>

Synonyms cliff-hanger, hair-raiser, suspenser, thriller

Related Words photo finish, squeaker

Near Antonyms yawner; blowout

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